On 18 August 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa received a briefing from Russian President Vladimir Putin following Putin’s meeting with United States President Donald Trump in Anchorage, Alaska. The Presidency confirmed the discussion focused on peace efforts and strengthening cooperation.
- Putin Briefs Ramaphosa on Trump Talks
President Putin shared the outcome of his meeting with President Trump, noting satisfaction with how discussions unfolded and the progress made.
- Focus on Peace Process Alignment
According to the Presidency, both Putin and Trump showed signs of emerging alignment on approaches to the ongoing peace process.
- Ramaphosa Stresses Compromise
President Ramaphosa stressed the importance of greater compromise on key issues to ensure lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine.
- Commitment to Open Communication
Both Ramaphosa and Putin reaffirmed their pledge to maintain direct communication and cooperate on bilateral matters.
- South Africa’s Non-Aligned Stance
South Africa continues its neutral position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, advocating for negotiations as the only viable solution.
- Background: African Peace Mission
In June 2023, President Ramaphosa led a delegation of African leaders to Kyiv and St. Petersburg, urging direct engagement between Russia and Ukraine.
The briefing between President Ramaphosa and President Putin underscored South Africa’s commitment to dialogue, compromise, and open communication in the pursuit of peace. With the Anchorage talks seen as a step forward, President Cyril Ramaphosa remains firm in calling for negotiation as the only path to ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
