South Africa attributes the cancellation of a photograph of foreign ministers at the G20 meeting to logistical constraints, rather than Western diplomats avoiding Russia’s Sergey Lavrov
His move follows Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s decision to also skip a foreign ministers’ summit in the country
If we are to avoid a world where impunity reigns and the powerful are above the law, states committed to international justice must rethink accountability approaches and alliances
Lobbying does not come near the definition of treason, according to legal analysts
South Africa and other developing nations are pushing for a $1 trillion climate finance target
South Africa was always concerned that strife in a neighbouring country could spill over to its soil, the international relations minister said
The international relations ministry says there will be further ‘engagements’ to find a solution
South Africa is not drifting away from its non-aligned stance
Taiwan on Tuesday rejected South Africa’s demand that it close its office in Pretoria as ‘unreasonable’
The party veteran has been ousted after he contradicted the ANC’s position on Morocco’s occupation of Western Sahar
Türkiye’s application reflects how appealing and strategically important Brics has become
The international ministry is considering its options in the multilateral sphere to push for a ceasefire in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The new minister needs to involve young people as he sets out to cement the country’s position as a vocal advocate for human rights and international justice
Unlike ANC governments, we must practise consistent, inclusive solidarity and internationalism
The US acting deputy secretary of state said the US dollar was a driver of ‘global good’
Brics nations are intent on forming a currency that facilitates equitable treatment in global trade and addresses the US dollar as a tool for American supremacy
Via its institutions the US is pushing a covert agenda to establish Western beachheads in Ukraine, Hong Kong and Taiwan
If diplomatic efforts cannot avert further conflict between Ukraine and Russia, a dramatic shift in international relations could occur
Addressing the Covid-19 health and economic crisis requires international relations based on cooperation, the rule of law, collective action and shared principles
Drug companies can be forced to ‘help’ competitors when it’s in the public interest. The WHO seeks a similar strategy for a Covid vaccine
Allocating adequate funding to scientific research, development and innovation can have a positive effect on sustainable development
Only by working together can the Africa make its voice heard on the international stage
‘South Africa’s diplomatic efforts over the past two decades include conflict resolution, prevention, mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding’
South Africa can trade on the current economic and political malaise to re-establish its industrial prowess
Increasingly we live in security states and power lies with those who draw the borders.
The party has been discussing policies and strategies, including land invasion, to ensure it gets more votes in the next elections.
International Relations and Co-operation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane spoke to us about South Africa reaping economic rewards from its diplomacy.
The high commissioner to Ghana has some tricky questions to answer about her conduct
South African officials from the international relations department have been unable to leave Belgium because of a strike by air traffic controllers.
Goodluck Jonathan’s visit to SA has sounded just the right note at a moment when this country’s international reputation has taken a beating.
Leading Africa scholar Stephen Chan speaks on election monitoring and martial arts.
Increased trade and investment ‘will lead to better regional development for all’.