SA-US relations | Tariffs, trade and tension as US imposes 30% hike

JOHANNEDBURG - Trade tensions between South Africa and the United States have reached a new level.

Despite ongoing efforts to strengthen relations, the US has decided to impose a 30%  tariff on imports.

Experts says it could shave 0.2% off economic growth, disrupting manufacturing and agriculture.

Government has launched a series of measures, including a push to diversify into new markets. ))

To discuss the economic and diplomatic implications we’re joined by Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist at Investec and International Relations Expert, Patrick Lukusa Kadima.

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