Politics7/31/2025Bloomberg

South Africa Urged to Sweeten US Trade Deal Before Tariff Deadline

The US has urged South Africa to sweeten its trade offer before a looming tariff deadline. South Africa is currently awaiting a decision from President Trump on whether he will impose tariffs on its exports to the US, the world's largest economy. The US has expressed dissatisfaction with South Africa's current trade offer, and is pushing for further concessions. This comes as the two countries engage in negotiations to expand a trade agreement known as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The outcome of these negotiations and the potential tariff decision could have significant implications for South Africa's economy, which is heavily dependent on exports. Both sides are seeking to reach a mutually beneficial agreement before the upcoming deadline, underscoring the high stakes involved in the ongoing trade talks.

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