South Africa’s new ambassador to the United States, Roelf Meyer, says improving relations with Washington will focus on boosting trade, investment and economic growth while addressing issues affecting diplomatic ties.
South Africa’s newly appointed ambassador to the United States, Roelf Meyer, says his immediate priority is to improve relations between South Africa and the United States by removing obstacles that may hinder trade, investment and broader cooperation between the two countries.
Meyer officially began his duties after presenting his credentials to US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, formally replacing former ambassador Ibrahim Rasool.
Speaking during an interview on SABC shortly after the ceremony, Meyer described the reception as warm and cordial and said the presentation of credentials marked the beginning of a new phase in South Africa’s diplomatic engagement with the United States.
"I'm just back from the White House as we speak now. The reception was very well. It was warm. It was, of course, a formal ceremony," Meyer said.
