# The Congress of South African Trade Unions says it has presented its submission in support of the African Growth and Opportunities Act’s renewal to the United States’ Trade Representative. With relations between the South African and US governments at a low point, it seems likely that South Africa’s inclusion in the AGOA will not be renewed in September. Cosatu’s spokesperson, Matthew Parks, says AGOA has had a positive impact not only on the country, but Africa as a whole:
Cosatu makes submission on AGOA renewal to the US trade representative [SOUND]
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