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South Africa: Ramaphosa warns of devastating impact if US trade deal is lost

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Briefings

South African car manufacturers rely on duty-free US vehicle access for 86,000 direct jobs, expanding to 125,000 with subcontractors. Industry leaders warn that losing this trade agreement would cause devastating economic consequences.

Key points

• South African car manufacturers benefit from duty-free access to the US market, supporting 86,000 direct jobs.
• The total employment figure rises to 125,000 when subcontractors are included in the calculation.

Context

South African automotive industry depends on US vehicle imports for significant employment. The trade agreement is a critical economic pillar for the sector.

Limitations

Evidence covers only direct and indirect jobs linked to the agreement. No data on specific job losses or future trade policy impacts is provided.

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