Chinese Communist Party’s Top Diplomat Wraps Up South Africa Tour, Expressing Confidence in New Government

Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee, met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg on August 1, 2024. Image via Xinhua.

The head of the Communist Party of China’s (CPC) international department, Liu Jianchao, wrapped up a five-day visit to South Africa on Sunday where he met with leaders of the new Government of National Unity (GNU).

On Friday, Liu held talks with President Cyril Ramaphosa and expressed confidence in the new governing coalition. Liu also met with Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola and Secretary-General of the ANC Fikile Mbalula.

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