# Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, has welcomed the appointment of Mcebisi Jonas as South Africa’s special envoy to the US. The former deputy Finance minister will advance the country’s diplomatic, trade, and bilateral priorities. He will also lead negotiations, foster strategic partnerships, and engage with US government officials and private-sector leaders to promote the country’s interests. Ramokgopa says Jonas is the right person to try and mend SA-US relations:
Minister Ramokgopa welcomes the appointment of Mcebisi Jonas as special envoy to the US [SOUND]
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