SA's risky balancing act: Ties with Iran, US tensions, and Trump’s influence – Dr. Iraj Abedian

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South Africa’s foreign policy is under intense scrutiny as it forges ahead with its genocide case against Israel while maintaining ties with Iran—one of the world’s most oppressive regimes. With mounting economic pressure from the United States and shifting global alliances, is the country risking economic ruin for ideological consistency? Dr. Iraj Abedian dissects the contradictions, economic fallout, and what it will take for South Africa to recalibrate before it’s too late.
12 Feb 2025 11AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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