Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi met with Deputy President Paul Mashatile on March 18, 2025. They discussed enhancing bilateral relations, energy transition, and support for Japanese enterprises in South Africa. The meeting marks a notable moment in the 115-year relationship between the two nations.
On March 18, 2025, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi met with South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile in Tokyo. The discussion, lasting around 15 minutes, took place during Mashatile’s visit, aligned with South Africa’s G20 presidency and Japan’s hosting of TICAD 9. Both officials highlighted the significance of their meeting, particularly given the 115th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Africa.
The meeting underscored the ongoing collaboration between Japan and South Africa, with a focus on energy transition, renewable energy, and business opportunities. As both countries aim to enhance bilateral relations, there is an expressed commitment to cooperate on various fronts, particularly in decarbonization efforts and fostering a conducive environment for Japanese investments in South Africa.
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