The Global Economic Situation and the EU’s Economic Reforms
The South African Institute of International Affairs cordially invites you to a Speaker’s Meeting to be addressed by Honourable Jyrki Tapani Katainen, Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister of Finland on “The Global Economic Situation and the EU’s Economic Reforms”.
The Politics of Constitution-Making and Referendum: the Case of Kenya and Zimbabwe
Following the post-election violence which claimed the lives of over 1 000 Kenyans in December 2007, Kenyans flocked to the polls on 4 August 2010 to vote on a new constitution for the country.
China’s Exceptionalism in Africa: from Rhetorical to Substantive Difference?
African leaders increasingly recognise the necessity of closer ties with the rising economic giant, calling for a concerted effort to better utilise the opportunities presented by China.
The African Peer Review Mechanism: Positive Governance Strides in the Right Direction?
On 24 July 2010, Africa’s leaders gathered for the 13th meeting of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Forum, on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Trade, Industrial Policy and Exchange Rates in South Africa
South Africa’s trade, industrial and exchange rate policies have been the subject of substantial public debate in recent months, not least owing to the impact of the 2008–10 global financial crisis.
Transparency in Trade Policymaking: Lessons for South Africa from Australia’s Experiences
Trade policy reform in the form of trade liberalisation is a very important tool for raising living standards and improving a country’s economy.
US Ambassador Gips Speaks at SAIIA
SAIIA’s launch of its individual membership took place on 18 August with a keynote address by US Ambassador, Donald Gips.
Kenya: New Constitution is Only First Step
Kenya’s referendum to decide on a new constitution ended a decades-long, tortuous journey to reach a basic law to regulate the country’s politics and give voice to all its citizens.
Climate Change and Trade: The Challenges for Southern Africa
The long-awaited Copenhagen summit on climate change gave to the world a broad political agreement, but without any teeth.
India–South Africa Relations through the shadow of Nehru–Mbeki legacies
This year 2010 marks 150 years of the arrival of Indians in South Africa.