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S Africa-US Tariffs/Trade/Expert
FILE: Pretoria, South Africa - Aug 2023 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
1. National flag of South Africa
FILE: Johannesburg, South Africa - February, 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
2. Aerial shot of cityscape
South Africa - Recent (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Azar Jammine, economist in South Africa (partially overlaid with shot 4):
"I believe the South Africa will be imposed the 30 percent tariff increase and a lot of that is for political reasons. There are a number of things that have upset the Americans about South Africa. The fact that South Africa called Israel to the International Court of Justice on grounds of genocide and the fact that South Africa is, the government is pursuing a policy of black economic empowerment, and according to the Americans, embarking upon a policy of 'white genocide'."
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FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - June 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
4. Various of port scene, traffic, cargo ship sailing
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FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - April 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
5. Various of people working in car manufacturing plant, auto parts, production line
FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - June 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
6. Aerial shot of harvested citrus
FILE: Washington D.C., USA - Oct 2024 (CCTV Video News Agency - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Various of White House
FILE: New York City, USA - Oct 2024 (CCTV Video News Agency - No access Chinese mainland)
8. Various of port scene, Statue of Liberty
FILE: Los Angeles, USA - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
9. Various of Port of Los Angeles
The United States' so-called "reciprocal tariff" policy weaponizes trade as a political tool, targeting countries that oppose its diplomatic stance, said a South African economist in an interview.
This sentiment follows U.S. President Donald Trump's signing of an executive order imposing a 30 percent tariff on imports from dozens of countries, including South Africa.
The policy, part of a broader U.S. strategy to address perceived trade imbalances, has sparked concerns about its political motives and impact on international trade relations.
In an exclusive interview with China Central Television (CCTV), Azar Jammine remarked that although the tariff increase is framed as an "economic measure, " he believes it is fundamentally driven by a political agenda.
"I believe the South Africa will be imposed the 30 percent tariff increase and a lot of that is for political reasons. There are a number of things that have upset the Americans about South Africa. The fact that South Africa called Israel to the International Court of Justice on grounds of genocide and the fact that South Africa is the government is pursuing a policy of black economic empowerment, and according to the Americans, embarking upon a policy of 'white genocide'," said Jammine.
South Africa's trade ties with the U.S., traditionally supported by agreements such as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), have come under increased pressure. As South Africa strives to remain competitive in global markets, the tariff presents new challenges.
In response, South Africa's Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition issued a statement on July 31 outlining emergency measures to assist affected exporters. These include consulting services, market guidance, and strategies to diversify trade partnerships. The government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting domestic employment and ensuring resilience in key export industries, including automobiles, agriculture, and steel.
The statement highlights that tariff escalation poses a direct threat to South Africa's export capacity, urging a swift and strategic response to maintain the nation's trade competitiveness.
S Africa-US Tariffs/Trade/Expert
Dateline : Recent/File
Location : United States;South Africa
Duration : 1'20
FILE: Pretoria, South Africa - Aug 2023 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
1. National flag of South Africa
FILE: Johannesburg, South Africa - February, 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
2. Aerial shot of cityscape
South Africa - Recent (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Azar Jammine, economist in South Africa (partially overlaid with shot 4):
"I believe the South Africa will be imposed the 30 percent tariff increase and a lot of that is for political reasons. There are a number of things that have upset the Americans about South Africa. The fact that South Africa called Israel to the International Court of Justice on grounds of genocide and the fact that South Africa is, the government is pursuing a policy of black economic empowerment, and according to the Americans, embarking upon a policy of 'white genocide'."
++SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE++
FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - June 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
4. Various of port scene, traffic, cargo ship sailing
++SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE++
FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - April 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
5. Various of people working in car manufacturing plant, auto parts, production line
FILE: Cape Town, South Africa - June 2025 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland)
6. Aerial shot of harvested citrus
FILE: Washington D.C., USA - Oct 2024 (CCTV Video News Agency - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Various of White House
FILE: New York City, USA - Oct 2024 (CCTV Video News Agency - No access Chinese mainland)
8. Various of port scene, Statue of Liberty
FILE: Los Angeles, USA - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
9. Various of Port of Los Angeles
The United States' so-called "reciprocal tariff" policy weaponizes trade as a political tool, targeting countries that oppose its diplomatic stance, said a South African economist in an interview.
This sentiment follows U.S. President Donald Trump's signing of an executive order imposing a 30 percent tariff on imports from dozens of countries, including South Africa.
The policy, part of a broader U.S. strategy to address perceived trade imbalances, has sparked concerns about its political motives and impact on international trade relations.
In an exclusive interview with China Central Television (CCTV), Azar Jammine remarked that although the tariff increase is framed as an "economic measure, " he believes it is fundamentally driven by a political agenda.
"I believe the South Africa will be imposed the 30 percent tariff increase and a lot of that is for political reasons. There are a number of things that have upset the Americans about South Africa. The fact that South Africa called Israel to the International Court of Justice on grounds of genocide and the fact that South Africa is the government is pursuing a policy of black economic empowerment, and according to the Americans, embarking upon a policy of 'white genocide'," said Jammine.
South Africa's trade ties with the U.S., traditionally supported by agreements such as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), have come under increased pressure. As South Africa strives to remain competitive in global markets, the tariff presents new challenges.
In response, South Africa's Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition issued a statement on July 31 outlining emergency measures to assist affected exporters. These include consulting services, market guidance, and strategies to diversify trade partnerships. The government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting domestic employment and ensuring resilience in key export industries, including automobiles, agriculture, and steel.
The statement highlights that tariff escalation poses a direct threat to South Africa's export capacity, urging a swift and strategic response to maintain the nation's trade competitiveness.
ID : 8439206
Published : 2025-08-02 17:02
Last Modified : 2025-08-02 21:08:52
Source : CCTV Video News Agency,China Central Television (CCTV),China Global Television Network (CGTN)
Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland
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