# President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Sanae Takaichi on her election as Japan’s first female Prime Minister. Ramaphosa highlighted the long-standing partnership between the two nations, built on respect, cooperation, and shared goals for peace and development. He expressed eagerness to collaborate with Prime Minister Takaichi across trade, investment, education, science, and cultural exchanges. He has wished her success as she leads Japan into a new era of progress and innovation.
Ramaphosa congratulates Japan’s first female Prime Minister