South Africa and Zimbabwe Presidents Convene for Fourth Bi-National Commission

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa have convened the fourth session of the South Africa–Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Pretoria, with both leaders seeking to deepen economic cooperation, trade, infrastructure development and regional integration. The high-level meeting brings together senior government officials and ministers from both countries to review existing bilateral […]

World Leaders Focus on Strengthening Economic and Trade Ties After Trump’s Departure from ASEAN Summit

World Leaders Focus on Strengthening Economic and Trade Ties After Trump’s Departure from ASEAN Summit

As U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio departed early from the ASEAN Summit to continue their diplomatic tour in Japan, world leaders and senior officials remaining at the conference shifted focus toward advancing multilateral trade and economic cooperation. Representatives from China, Brazil, Canada, the European Council, and the 11-nation ASEAN bloc […]

SADC Leaders Meet in Madagascar to Push for Regional Self-Reliance

SADC Leaders Meet in Madagascar to Push for Regional Self-Reliance

Southern African leaders urge review of regional and international trade partnerships Antananarivo, Madagascar – August 14, 2025 Leaders from across Southern Africa have convened in Madagascar for the annual Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit, with a renewed focus on strengthening internal trade and reducing reliance on external partners. The high-level gathering brings together heads […]