South Africa’s foreign policy needs a shot of pragmatism

Since the we have a multiparty government, the ANC with its eye on the past should not call the shots on its own

17 November 2024 - 00:00

When President-elect Donald Trump regains control of the US early next year amid a world in turmoil, South Africa will have to pursue a pragmatic foreign policy, seeking trade with diverse countries and strengthening its domestic economy.  ..

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