South Africa recently passed legislation allowing the state to expropriate land to rectify historic racial ownership disparities stemming from apartheid. This action has drawn criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who accused the South African government of unfair land confiscation and announced plans to cut off future funding until a thorough investigation is completed. South Africa, in response, emphasized its constitutional governance, asserting its right to implement land reform akin to practices in other countries while seeking constructive dialogue with the Trump administration.
We trust President Trump's advisers will make use of the investigative period to attain a thorough understanding of South Africa's policies within the framework of a constitutional democracy.
We look forward to engaging with the Trump administration over our land reform policy and issues of bilateral interest.
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