# International Relations and Cooperation minister Ronald Lamola says the US remains an important partner and South Africa looks forward to working together on shared interests. This follows a phone call with US president Donald Trump’s senior advisor, Massad Boulos, where the two discussed regional stability and other matters. The conversation comes amid US-imposed 30-percent tariffs on South African exports. Despite the strain, both countries are committed to a continued, mutually beneficial relationship.
Minister Lamola holds phone talks with US senior advisor Massad Boulos on issues of mutual interest