South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile to undertake a working visit to Japan
Vice President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will conduct a working visit to Tokyo, Japan from March 16 to 19, 2025, aiming to reaffirm the strong cooperation between South Africa and Japan in the areas of common interests.
The two countries enjoy good diplomatic relations, while 2025 is 115.
The Vice President’s work visit highlighted South Africa’s strong commitment and the importance of South Africa to relations with Japan.
During the work visit, the Vice President and his delegation will meet with Japanese government and private sector stakeholders to promote major economic growth drivers in South Africa, such as manufacturing leadership growth and increasing South Africa’s exports.
The Vice President will be supported by Ms. Tandi Moraka, Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation; Mr. Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture; Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, Minister of Higher Education; Mr. John Steenhuisen, Minister of Agriculture; Mr. Parks Tau, Minister of Trade Industry and Competition; Ms. Nomalungelo Gina, Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Issued by Apo Group on behalf of the President of the Republic of South Africa.
