US-South Africa rift: Separating optics from substance
By Mr Bozell’s own admission in South African media commentary, this muddies US officials’ claims – refuted by Pretoria – that South Africa has failed to adequately respond to Washington.
When viewed alongside South Africa’s mining expertise and comparatively sophisticated financial markets and infrastructure, it could be seen as a trump card for Pretoria, providing leverage to continue US negotiations on its own terms and timelines.
Pretoria has not obstructed the US’ refugee programme, while ongoing litigation around the Expropriation Act has persuaded Washington to leave the issue to South Africa’s courts.
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