# President Cyril Ramaphosa says intensive negotiations are underway with the US as countries await president Donald Trump’s tariff decisions. Speaking at the Union Buildings, Ramaphosa said South Africa has tabled a package seeking exemptions for key exports like vehicles, steel, aluminium, and citrus, while encouraging mutual investment. He emphasised that many nations face similar challenges and expressed hope for a settlement before the current negotiation window closes:
Ramaphosa confirms ongoing US trade talks amid tariff uncertainty [SOUND]
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