Is the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Relevant for Reducing Diversions of Public Revenue? The Mozambican Experience
The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative in Mozambique (MEITI or EITI) is largely irrelevant in preventing diversions of public funds.
Franco–Senegalese Relations 2000–2012
France’s oldest relationship in sub-Saharan Africa is with Senegal. The French presence in Senegal dates from the 17th century. In the 19th century the Four Communes of Senegal, along with France’s other former colonies, gained the right to send a member of parliament to Paris.
Wade’s Senegal and its Relations with Guinea-Bissau: Brother, Patron or Regional Hegemon?
Against the background of the low-intensity conflict that affects its Casamance region, Senegal should pay particular attention to its relations with its southern neighbour, Guinea-Bissau.
It’s Time for the National Programme of Action
As the APRM celebrates 10 years of its existence, it is important to highlight the immense achievements of the mechanism.
China’s Economic Statecraft and African Mineral Resources: Changing Modes of Engagement
China’s impressive inroads into Africa’s resources sectors over the past decade are explained largely by the timely match between a cash-loaded China in search of raw materials and a continent with a vast pool of underdeveloped mineral deposits, exploration of which has been hindered for decades by underinvestment and infrastructure bottlenecks.
Global Governance and The KAS Guidelines: The View From India
The KAS guidelines are a framework for discussions on issues of global economic governance that could be relevant for all G-20 countries.
Values Versus Interests in the G-20’s Global Economic Governance Effort: A South African Perspective
As the world moves towards a multipolar power structure, so global economic governance becomes more challenging.
South African Trade Policy and the Future Global Trading Environment
This paper puts forward a strategic view of what South African trade policy should be doing in relation to the future global trading environment.
South Africa’s Role in the BRICS and the G-20: China’s View
The Chinese government has attached great importance to the country’s relationship with South Africa.
The Burdens of Multilateral Engagement and Club Diplomacy for Middle-Income Countries: The Case of South Africa in the BRICS and the G-20
South Africa is a member of both the G-20 and the BRICS, which is a significant positioning for the country’s global strategy.