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Readout of the President’s Call with President Jacob Zuma of South Africa

President Obama called South African President Jacob Zuma today to congratulate him on his re-election -- the African National Congress’s fifth successful election in the post-Apartheid era.  The presidents noted that they look forward to continuing to work together on bilateral and multilateral issues of importance, and to ensuring the upcoming U.S. – Africa Leaders Summit advances regional stability and economic growth.

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