On behalf of my delegation, our Government, and the people of South Africa, I convey my sincere appreciation to the Chairman of SASAC for making time to meet with us.

We are honoured too that the Chairman is accompanied to this historic engagement by senior officials from SASAC and Chinese state owned enterprises.

Our engagement today is an opportunity for us to learn, gain experience and understand the challenges and successes of the Chinese SOE model.

Available: http://www.dirco.gov.za/docs/speeches/2015/rama0715.htm