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President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is hopeful for a strong partnership between the United States and the African continent following the recent presidential election of Joe Biden.
This follows a call between Ramaphosa and US President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday (November 17) during which leaders discussed ways to strengthen US-African relations and overcome the Covid-19 pandemic.
US media reports They indicate that other topics on the agenda include the eradication of corruption, the containment of Covid-19, the recovery of the global economy, as well as the issue of climate change.
In a statement issued by the South African presidency, Ramaphosa indicated that he was confident of the strong relationship with the United States under Biden’s presidency.
“President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have identified Africa as a major player in international affairs and in the advancement of multilateralism.
“Leaders recalled a visit to South Africa by President-elect Biden during the dark days of apartheid, where Mr. Biden demonstrated his commitment to the human rights and dignity of all South Africans.”
Biden expressed his admiration for what democratic South Africa has achieved. Ramaphosa said he expected a strong partnership bilaterally and between the United States and the African continent.
Ramaphosa also wished President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris the best during his tenure.
Democratic candidate Biden was elected the 46th president of the United States of America earlier this month, beating incumbent Republican Donald Trump in the presidential election. Biden got 50.6% of the vote, and Trump got 47.7%.
Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop said the Democratic leader is expected to bring in tighter controls to flatten the Covid-19 curve and generate a sustainable economic recovery, creating positive market sentiment.
“The Democratic Party is expected to undo a number of policies implemented by Trump, including tougher ones on immigration, the return to global climate agreements (and in particular, the reincorporation of the Paris Agreement) and the improvement of the US foreign policy, “Bishop said. .
“A Biden presidency is expected to lay the foundation for a sustainable long-term future for the US and global economy, as well as providing as much fiscal stimulus as possible to ensure a sustainable economic recovery in the short and medium term. , without politicking. “
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