Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank Launches “Doing Business in Africa” Campaign in Johannesburg
Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank today announced the launch of the “ Doing Business in Africa ” campaign at an event in Johannesburg, South Africa. This campaign is part of a larger U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa , which President Obama issued earlier this year. In her remarks, the Acting Secretary emphasized the United States’ ongoing commitment to deepening trade, investment, and economic ties with these nations. She also shared a message from President Obama in support of the campaign. ### Remarks as Prepared for Rebecca Blank, Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Thank you. Good afternoon. It is wonderful to be here in Johannesburg with all of you. I want to thank our sponsors: First, the Corporate Council on Africa, which represents nearly 85 percent of all U.S. investment on this Continent. Thank you, CCA, for continuing to work with us to raise the profile of Africa in the U.S. business community. Second, Business Unity South Africa. Thank y...