During the Africa-China Business Forum in China, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the critical importance of strengthening trade and investment ties between South Africa and China. The forum, held during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit, provided a platform for discussions on collaboration in various sectors. President Ramaphosa highlighted South Africa's advanced economy and strategic position as a gateway for Chinese companies aiming to expand into Africa. He noted the significant bilateral trade growth between South Africa and China, with China being South Africa's largest trading partner. Chinese investments in South Africa have spanned industries like manufacturing, finance, agriculture, and technology, indicating confidence in South Africa's economic potential. Notable investments include the stake by the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Standard Bank and Hisense's electronics plant that exports to other African countries and the UK. President Ramaphosa expressed gratitude for the substantial investment commitments from Chinese companies. He identified key sectors for collaboration, including electric vehicle production, renewable energy, green hydrogen, and infrastructure development. The President proposed joint efforts with China to develop sustainable energy solutions aligned with South Africa's low-carbon goals. He also underlined the potential for technology transfer and innovation partnerships between the two nations, aiming to promote economic growth, job creation, and environmental sustainability. The call for deeper cooperation to unlock further opportunities and support the AfCFTA's success signifies a positive outlook towards enhancing economic ties between South Africa and China.