The following Readout was published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs on May 12. It is reproduced in full below.

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor today. Secretary Blinken underscored the importance of the U.S.- South Africa strategic partnership and reiterated cooperation on shared priorities, including health, trade, and energy.

Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs