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President Zuma had joined other African heads of state and government in the first summit between Africa and the US to discuss matters relating to boosting trade and investments as well as co-operation on matters of peace, security and governance in Washington.
"There are many opportunities for further development of this relationship and we look forward to further engagement especially since we agreed to another summit to take matters forward.
"We believe a new phase has begun and that even future administrations, long after President Obama has completed his last term, will find it difficult to ignore Africa," said President Zuma.
Security initiatives
Referring to the African Growth and Opportunity Act, known as Agoa, he said: "We're optimistic that it will be renewed and that South Africa will be included as a beneficiary.
"Benefits to South Africa are immense."
President Zuma welcomed the indication of support for the African peacekeeping and peace-making mechanisms.
"We secured a buy-in from the US for Africa's peace and security initiatives, including support for the African Standby Force."
