The European Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, is initiating a Clean Trade and Investment Partnership with South Africa, emphasizing its potential as a global leader in clean energy and critical raw materials. An investment package of €4.7bn will support various projects, including green hydrogen production and infrastructure improvements. The leaders also discussed the need for peace in conflict areas, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and reaffirmed the EU's commitment to supporting South Africa's green transition. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)