The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, is scheduled to host the Eritrean Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Osman Salih Mohammed, on 21 August 2012.
It is expected that the two Ministers will discuss a range of issues of mutual interest, including enhancing the bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries, as well as political developments on the continent, particularly in the Horn
of Africa.
Diplomatic relations between South Africa and Eritrea were established in March 1995. Bilateral relations between the two African countries are strong and both countries have already established embassies in each other’s capitals.
South African exports to Eritrea in 2010 amounted to R202 983 000, while imports from the country amounted to R1 044 000. South African and Eritrean companies are exploring ways to further strengthen existing economic relations. A business delegation from South Africa visited the country in July 2012.
All media are invited as follows:
Date: Tuesday, 21 August 2012
Time: 11h30 to 12h00 (Signing of Declaration of Intent, Joint Press Conference)
Venue: Taj Hotel, Wale Street, Cape Town
RSVP: Ms Laoura Lazouras, LazourasL@dirco.gov.za / 083 564 2024
Enquiries:
Mr Clayson Monyela, Spokesperson for DIRCO
Cell: 082 884 5974
