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    Can the BRICS co-operate in the G-20? A view from Brazil

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    The emergence of the Group of Twenty (G-20) has changed the structure of today’s global economic governance substantially, providing a more inclusive and legitimate framework than the Group of Eight (G-8).
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    The economic gateway to Africa? geography, strategy and South Africa's regional economic relations

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    A closer look at economic interaction in sub-Saharan Africa confirms that South Africa interlinks many of its neighbouring countries globally. This paper argues that South Africa's role as an economic gateway primarily depends upon geography, i.e. upon naturally given and man-made structures in geographical space.
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    Nuanced balancing act: South Africa's national and international interests and its 'African Agenda'

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    In supporting inter alia the African Union (AU), the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the African Peer Review Mechanism and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development, the South African government seeks to work towards sustainable socio-economic development in Africa and to achieve political regional integration over
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    The rise of China's state-led media dynasty in Africa

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    The Chinese government is using the media for diplomacy, bringing a new, competitive element to influence states. China is actively introducing its culture and values, and distributing favourable images through its media to achieve its goals of reducing fears of its military strength, developing closer relations with developing nations and expanding its international influence.
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    China’s growing involvement in Chad: escaping enclosure?

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    Relations between Chad and China have expanded and deepened since diplomatic ties were resumed in August 2006. Growing links have been underpinned by Chinese oil development operations, epitomised by the Rônier refinery project.
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    Between the CPA and Southern independence: China's post-conflict engagement in Sudan

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    As a defining Chinese engagement in Africa, much attention has been devoted to China's role over Darfur and Sudan's other conflicts. Much less has been paid to China's role in post-conflict reconstruction and development. This paper explores the main areas of China's engagement in Sudan during the North–South Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) between 2005 and 2011.
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    Goodwill and hard bargains: The DRC, China and India

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    The economic and political engagement of China and India with the African continent is growing, but the complex dynamics of this engagement, particularly at country-specific level, remain under-researched.
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    China in Kenya: addressing counterfeit goods and construction sector imbalances

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012
    China has become a key player in trade, investment and development co-operation in Kenya. Although mainly in the construction and manufacturing sectors, Chinese investments in Kenya have attracted praise and condemnation in equal proportion from various quarters.
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    Hong Kong - South Africa’s gateway to China

    2012
    South Africa has responded to the rise of East Asia by building new commercial links with the region, especially with China. South Africa has sought to build a strategic partnership with the Asian giant in the hope of securing a key political ally and an economic development partner.
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    Working for development in Southern Africa: bridging the gap between government and business

    South African Institute of International Affairs, 2011
    Since 1994 Southern Africa in particular has witnessed an expansion of South African corporate activity.

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