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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa defended his nation against rising nationalism and protectionism during his State of the Nation address. Amid strained relations with the US, Ramaphosa rejected accusations regarding South Africa’s new land reform law, emphasizing its alignment with eminent domain laws. US officials criticized the expropriation policy, prompting diplomatic tension.