美关税压力下 南非汽车业加速新能源转型

Group 1 - The South African automotive industry is facing unprecedented pressure due to the 30% tariffs imposed by the U.S. on most goods from South Africa since August, prompting the industry to seek new growth opportunities amidst the global shift towards new energy vehicles [1] - The opening of a flagship Chinese electric vehicle store in Johannesburg has generated significant attention, symbolizing the entry of new energy vehicles into South Africa and indicating a shift in the automotive sector towards new growth drivers under external pressures [1] Group 2 - The South African Manufacturing Engineering Education and Training Authority aims to focus on new energy vehicles, ensuring that the domestic workforce is equipped with the necessary skills for maintenance and support of these vehicles [3] - Local educational and training institutions are collaborating with automotive companies to establish a talent system for the repair, inspection, and safety training of new energy vehicles, ensuring sustainable development capabilities for the future [3] Group 3 - The CEO of Global South Media Network highlighted that the U.S. is moving away from international consensus by implementing unilateral tariffs, which undermines diplomatic dialogue [5] - In response to unfair external pressures, South Africa is embracing green development opportunities with a more open approach, emphasizing the importance of equal and mutually beneficial cooperation to effectively address unilateralism challenges and to take control of its development destiny in the global industrial transformation [5]