Media Statement

11 June 2023

Deputy Minister Mashego-Dlamini arrives in the UAE on an Official Visit

The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Candith Mashego-Dlamini, has arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for an Official Visit.

The Deputy Minister will co-chair the Third Session of the South Africa–UAE Joint Commission (JC) on 13 June 2023 with her host and counterpart, His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Al Nahyan.

South Africa and the UAE have enjoyed close bilateral and economic ties since 1994 and will celebrate the 30th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations in 2024.

Relations between the two countries are focussed on enhancing and strengthening this bilateral and economic relationship through high-level visits and the JC.

The Deputy Minister’s visit will provide the two countries with an opportunity to review and deliberate on the state of the bilateral and economic relationship.

During her visit, the Deputy Minister will also meet and engage with UAE and South African businesses through the Dubai Chambers of Commerce.

Enquiries: Mr Clayson Monyela, Spokesperson for DIRCO,082 884 5974

ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

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