Defence Minister Angie Motshekga will serve as Acting President from June 17 to 19. President Cyril Ramaphosa travels to Canada for the G7 Leadership Summit during this period. Deputy President Paul Mashatile visits Russia at the same time for economic talks. The Constitution allows cabinet ministers to assume temporary presidential duties when needed. Both leaders represent South Africa at important international meetings.
Ramaphosa attended the G7 Summit Outreach Session at Kananaskis in Alberta province. Seven major economies make up the G7 group with Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Britain and America. The European Union participates without official membership status. Leaders discuss global economic challenges and cooperation strategies. Advanced nations coordinate policies through these regular summit meetings.
Mashatile arrived at Moscow airport on Tuesday for his working visit to strengthen trade relationships. Russian officials greeted the Deputy President upon his arrival. South African diplomats accompanied Mashatile during the official reception ceremony. The visit targets economic cooperation across agriculture, automotive, energy and mining sectors. Both countries explore science and technology partnerships through government discussions.
Ramaphosa attended the G7 Summit Outreach Session at Kananaskis in Alberta province. Seven major economies make up the G7 group with Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Britain and America. The European Union participates without official membership status. Leaders discuss global economic challenges and cooperation strategies. Advanced nations coordinate policies through these regular summit meetings.
Mashatile arrived at Moscow airport on Tuesday for his working visit to strengthen trade relationships. Russian officials greeted the Deputy President upon his arrival. South African diplomats accompanied Mashatile during the official reception ceremony. The visit targets economic cooperation across agriculture, automotive, energy and mining sectors. Both countries explore science and technology partnerships through government discussions.
