In a move to strengthen ties between China and South Africa, Deputy President David Mabuza, arrived in Beijing yesterday where he will co-chair the 7th session of the South Africa-China Bi-National Commission (BNC) from 31 October to 3 November.
Mabuza - who is accompanied by a delegation of government officials - will meet with Chinese counterparts to discuss policies which will advance relations and increase trade prosperity amongst both nations.
“Our agenda of building mutually beneficial relations remains a fundamental pillar of South Africa’s foreign policy. China is a central partner and a fraternal friend that continues to support the development agenda of our country and continent,” said Mabuza after touching down in Beijing.
“Therefore, these economic and trade relations between South Africa and China signify an ever-growing partnership.”
Since the establishment of the BNC in 2002, South Africa has invested over R80bn of capital expenditure in China, while Chinese investments have reached over R100bn in the same period, with Mabuza anticipating further investment to come from commission.
