- Johannesburg, South Africa
- University of South Africa, College of Graduate Studies, Faculty Memberadd
Research Interests: International Relations, Political Economy, International Relations Theory, Globalization, International Law, and 42 moreGeopolitics, International Trade, Consumers Rights, Transatlantic History, Political Science, Transatlantic relations, Politics, International Political Economy, Standards, International Politics, European Union, European Union Politics, Regional Integration, The Internet, Free Trade, Civil Society, Economy, Transatlantic studies, European Commission, USA - EU Relations, World Politics, Free trade agreements, United States, FTAs, Regulations, Global Politics, FTA, Investor-State Dispute Settlement, Market Economics, TTIP, TAFTA, Transatlantic Economy, Transatlantic Market, Transatlantic Free Trade Area, Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, Atlantic Community, Regulatory Standards, Legal Homogenization, Free Trade Agreement, Transatlantic Free Trade Agreement, Internet, and European Union and International Negotiations
This article reviews the importance of the EU–South Africa Strategic Partnership in South Africa's foreign policy calculations after a decade in existence. While political differences have been open for all to see in cases such as... more
This article reviews the importance of the EU–South Africa Strategic Partnership in South Africa's foreign policy calculations after a decade in existence. While political differences have been open for all to see in cases such as Zimbabwe and South Africa's notice of withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, the enhanced political dialogue is important in ensuring that the partners have a greater appreciation of the complexities faced by foreign policy-makers on both sides. This study is thus interested in uncovering why political relations have lagged behind the economic and social aspects of the relationship. After assessing South Africa's foreign policy interests towards the EU, it then reviews where the political fault lines have been located since the adoption of the Joint Action Plan before identifying areas of cooperation in meeting South Africa’s interests as stated in the 2011 white paper on foreign policy.
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Research Interests: Geography, International Relations, Political Economy, Climate Change, International Trade, and 15 morePolitical Science, International Negotiation, International Political Economy, Globalisation and Development, International Politics, Negotiation, International Negotiations, International Development Cooperation, Global Political Economy, Global Politics, Post development, Negotiations, Intrnational Trade, North South Relations, and Financing for Development
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This chapter introduces the topic while outlining how research on the determinants of development cooperation has been undertaken within the social sciences, highlighting important gaps while showing ways in which the following book makes... more
This chapter introduces the topic while outlining how research on the determinants of development cooperation has been undertaken within the social sciences, highlighting important gaps while showing ways in which the following book makes a valuable contribution to the existing literature. Given that research on the topic is relatively new, the first chapter provides much needed context and perspective on the state of research on the determinants of development cooperation and how some of the challenges may be overcome.
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The following article outlines the various changes taking place at the global level, involving the role of both state and non-state actors. It argues that multipolarity will lead not only to a diffusion of material power, but also to a... more
The following article outlines the various changes taking place at the global level, involving the role of both state and non-state actors. It argues that multipolarity will lead not only to a diffusion of material power, but also to a diffusion of ideas as Southern powers are increasingly called upon to contribute as norm entrepreneurs and problem solvers in the international development landscape. In order to position themselves to contribute not only in the realm of material power, but also in the realm of ideas, Southern powers will be tested to reconfigure themselves internally towards more inclusive decision making at home, which extends beyond state actors. In South Africa, the full operationalisation of structures such as the South African Council on International Relations (SACOIR) and the Association of Former Ambassadors could allow the country to contribute to inclusive foreign policy making at home, and towards inclusive decision making in various global governance inst...
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This chapter underscores the importance of well-defined concepts in the social sciences and introduces two important terms that are vital to the research question and book as a whole. It firstly outlines what is meant by the concept of... more
This chapter underscores the importance of well-defined concepts in the social sciences and introduces two important terms that are vital to the research question and book as a whole. It firstly outlines what is meant by the concept of Southern powers and explains why the study prefers this term over the more common “emerging powers.”
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This chapter applies the method of qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) to analyse the data. It thus draws up raw data and truth tables for the determinants of development cooperation from China and India in Africa, before interpreting... more
This chapter applies the method of qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) to analyse the data. It thus draws up raw data and truth tables for the determinants of development cooperation from China and India in Africa, before interpreting the findings with the application of Boolean algebra. This chapter thus specifies very clearly what the primary causes for the outcome of interest were throughout the period under examination.
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This chapter gives a thorough introduction of the four explanatory variables under scrutiny and outlines the theoretical foundations of the determinants of development cooperation. It introduces the main theoretical traditions from which... more
This chapter gives a thorough introduction of the four explanatory variables under scrutiny and outlines the theoretical foundations of the determinants of development cooperation. It introduces the main theoretical traditions from which the causal conditions under examination throughout the book were identified. This chapter serves to highlight the important role of theory in identifying potential causal factors for the outcome of interest, while also elaborating the manner in which the four causal conditions are analysed in the book. Indeed it will be shown that the dominant theories of the determinants of development cooperation do not specify how certain variables actually interact to produce an outcome.
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The FOCAC summit held between 3-5 December 2015 coincided with the launching of China’s second Africa policy paper and became the first time that a FOCAC summit was held on African soil as the others had all been Ministerial gatherings... more
The FOCAC summit held between 3-5 December 2015 coincided with the launching of China’s second Africa policy paper and became the first time that a FOCAC summit was held on African soil as the others had all been Ministerial gatherings following the first summit in Beijing. It came in a watershed year for global development efforts as the year witnessed the Financing for Development meeting in Addis Ababa, the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations, the hosting of the Ministerial meeting of the WTO in Nairobi (for the first time in Africa), and the Conference of the Parties (COP21) held in Paris. Within this broader context, the following policy brief, which arises from a research project between the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD) and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), seeks to draw linkages between China’s second Africa policy paper and the declarations of the Johannesburg summit. It thus asks what the FOCAC summit managed to achieve before...
Research Interests: African Studies, International Relations, Public Administration, Development Studies, Political Science, and 14 moreSustainable Development, Africa, International Political Economy, Diplomacy, China, China Going Global, Contemporary China, China and Africa, Beijing, Global Politics, Declaration, FOCAC, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Summit
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This chapter draws conclusions and highlights opportunities brought on by the research findings reached by the book. It also points to new research opportunities with the world having adopted the sustainable development goals (SDGs).
This chapter introduces in a detailed manner the research methodology used for the analysis of the data on the disbursement of development cooperation from Southern powers in Africa. This chapter not only introduces qualitative... more
This chapter introduces in a detailed manner the research methodology used for the analysis of the data on the disbursement of development cooperation from Southern powers in Africa. This chapter not only introduces qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) as the methodology used, but also outlines the data collection strategy that was followed and where the information on the different variables was actually sourced. The chapter thus opens the book to fellow researchers interested in the topic and eager to understand in a concise manner how the findings were reached. It operationalises the variables and makes the findings reached in the book transparent and replicable, while also discussing openly the assumptions made throughout.
ABSTRACT This article reviews the importance of the EU–South Africa Strategic Partnership in South Africa's foreign policy calculations after a decade in existence. While political differences have been open for all to see in cases... more
ABSTRACT This article reviews the importance of the EU–South Africa Strategic Partnership in South Africa's foreign policy calculations after a decade in existence. While political differences have been open for all to see in cases such as Zimbabwe and South Africa's notice of withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, the enhanced political dialogue is important in ensuring that the partners have a greater appreciation of the complexities faced by foreign policy-makers on both sides. This study is thus interested in uncovering why political relations have lagged behind the economic and social aspects of the relationship. After assessing South Africa's foreign policy interests towards the EU, it then reviews where the political fault lines have been located since the adoption of the Joint Action Plan before identifying areas of cooperation in meeting South Africa’s interests as stated in the 2011 white paper on foreign policy.
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Research Interests: International Relations, Political Economy, Climate Change, International Trade, Political Science, and 15 moreInternational Negotiation, International Political Economy, Globalisation and Development, International Politics, Negotiation, International Negotiations, The Global Political Economy, International Development Cooperation, Global Political Economy, Global Politics, Post development, Negotiations, Intrnational Trade, North South Relations, and Financing for Development
Research Interests: Environmental Economics, Environmental Law, Consumers Rights, Consumer Rights, Africa, and 15 moreCopyright, European Foreign Policy, Civil Society and the Public Sphere, Enlargement and Integration in the EU, Civil Society, Economy, Consumer Law, EU Foreign Policy, European Commission, Emerging Powers, Copyright Law, Consumer protection law, Environment and Development, Antiglobalization Social Movements, and Atlantic Community
As South Africa looks to consolidate its role as a development partner, it remains an open question whether it can maintain a strong presence in Africa while facing significant challenges at home. With the economy struggling to grow and... more
As South Africa looks to consolidate its role as a development partner, it remains an open question whether it can maintain a strong presence in Africa while facing significant challenges at home. With the economy struggling to grow and the government increasingly cutting back on expenditure, one has to wonder whether these cuts are translating into a reduction of its role as a development partner in Africa. With the eagerly awaited South African Development Partnership Agency in mind, this chapter examines data from the African Renaissance and International Cooperation Fund (ARF) between 2003 and 2015. It shows empirically that, despite increasing allocations and disbursements in the years following its inception, the global financial crisis and domestic challenges have taken their toll on the ARF’s activities.
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While much has been achieved by the BRICS countries against the backdrop of much criticism and scepticism regarding their cooperation, questions still remain in a global economy that has struggled to recover following the financial crisis... more
While much has been achieved by the BRICS countries against the backdrop of much criticism and scepticism regarding their cooperation, questions still remain in a global economy that has struggled to recover following the financial crisis of 2008. Chinese growth has slowed as it continues to restructure its economy; Russia is under sanctions from the West; the Brazilian and South African economies continue to struggle with economic growth and social discontent at home. By contrast, in spite of India’s domestic challenges, its economy continues to grow, in a way defying the emerging markets slump. These factors pose serious challenges for the BRICS countries in a multipolar world and threaten their cohesion and appetite for further cooperation. This special edition of Global Dialogue contains contributions from scholars in the BRICS countries and beyond. Authors were encouraged to explore areas in their respective fields of expertise that would contribute to our understanding of the evolving nature of cooperation within and amongst the BRICS countries.
Research Interests: International Relations, Global Governance, Emerging Markets, The Global Political Economy, Emerging Powers, and 5 moreBRICS, Global Politics, Emerging powers of Global South: Rising BRICS Countries, Emerging powers, Global power shift, Rise of BRICS Countries, and BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa)
The following special edition of Global Dialogue, focused on trilateral cooperation in a changing global development landscape forms part of a research project undertaken by the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD), with the financial... more
The following special edition of Global Dialogue, focused on trilateral cooperation in a changing global development landscape forms part of a research project undertaken by the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD), with the financial support of the UK Department for International Development (DFID). The research project sought to provide critical insight into the international politics of development diplomacy and its implications for South Africa. This special edition on trilateral cooperation is essentially a collection of some of the short articles produced during the project cycle, and forms part of a series of publications by the IGD focused on this important area of academic inquiry. This publication also includes summaries of presentations given at the various development diplomacy symposia and workshops in Pretoria and Cape Town in 2015 and 2016.
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The FOCAC summit held between 3-5 December 2015 coincided with the launching of China’s second Africa policy paper and became the first time that a FOCAC summit was held on African soil as the others had all been Ministerial gatherings... more
The FOCAC summit held between 3-5 December 2015 coincided with the launching of China’s second Africa policy paper and became the first time that a FOCAC summit was held on African soil as the others had all been Ministerial gatherings following the first summit in Beijing. It came in a watershed year for global development efforts as the year witnessed the Financing for Development meeting in Addis Ababa, the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations, the hosting of the Ministerial meeting of the WTO in Nairobi (for the first time in Africa), and the Conference of the Parties (COP21) held in Paris. Within this broader context, the following policy brief, which arises from a research project between the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD) and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), seeks to draw linkages between China’s second Africa policy paper and the declarations of the Johannesburg summit. It thus asks what the FOCAC summit managed to achieve before asking what the way forward is in terms of China-Africa relations.
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The following policy brief looks into the manner in which civil society organisations in Germany and Europe organised themselves to express displeasure against the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) being negotiated by... more
The following policy brief looks into the manner in which civil society organisations in Germany and Europe organised themselves to express displeasure against the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) being negotiated by the U.S. and the E.U. The policy brief asks whether the successful organisation of civil society (between 150 000 and 250 000 demonstrators) presents lessons for practitioners and non practitioners of foreign policy in South Africa.
Research Interests: European Studies, International Relations, European integration, Globalization, International Studies, and 13 moreInternational Business, International Trade, Global Civil Society, Global Governance, Transatlantic relations, International Political Economy, European Foreign Policy, European Union, Civil Society, The Global Political Economy, Germany, Global Politics, and Global Economic Governance
The following policy brief, which arises from research sponsored by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), illustrates the growing role of the G77+China in the development landscape and what this means for the post-2015 development agenda.
Research Interests: Development Economics, International Relations, Political Economy, Development Studies, International Development, and 11 morePolitical Science, Sustainable Development, International Negotiation, Politics, International Political Economy, United Nations, Globalisation and Development, The Global Political Economy, Global Politics, Public Policy, and G77+China
With 2015 widely considered a crucial year for international negotiations, it is imperative for practitioners and non practitioners alike to familiarise themselves with the growing... more
With 2015 widely considered a crucial year for international negotiations, it is imperative for practitioners and non practitioners alike to familiarise themselves with the growing complexities of international diplomacy and negotiations. Starting from the Financing for Development negotiations in Addis Ababa, the Sustainable Development Goals to be adopted in New York, the World Trade Organisation Ministerial meeting in Nairobi, to the Conference of the Parties (COP21) negotiations in Paris, these will all have a lasting impact on the aspirations of millions of people across the world. This policy brief takes one through the complexities of international negotiations.
Research Interests: International Relations, Political Economy, Climate Change, International Trade, Political Science, and 16 moreInternational Negotiation, North-South relations, International Political Economy, Globalisation and Development, International Politics, Negotiation, International Negotiations, The Global Political Economy, International Development Cooperation, Global Political Economy, Global Politics, Negotiations, Intrnational Trade, Post-2015 Development Agenda, Post 2015 Development, and Financing for Development
The EU and USA proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) is a free trade agreement (FTA) whose necessity is argued on the basis that it not only has the potential to cover over 50% of global trade in the near future,... more
The EU and USA proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) is a free trade agreement (FTA) whose necessity is argued on the basis that it not only has the potential to cover over 50% of global trade in the near future, but also that it will: revitalize the transatlantic partnership, foster trade, create jobs, increase efficiency due to intensified bi-regional competition, besides start forming a counterweight to the Asian and Pacific rise. Accordingly, our paper aims to shed new light on the TTIP debate by addressing its critical aspects and, in particular, by analyzing the negative effects of its underlying spatial reconfigurations. The application of the Deleuzian concepts of deterritorialization and reterritorialization leads to a series of theoretical considerations that explain how TTIP: 1) creates space through the contractual integration of two regions and/or volitional balancing of others, 2) expands space through legal homogenization and common regulatory standards and 3) limits space through the exchange of surveillance data and heightened institutional control over the internet.
Research Interests: Finance, International Economics, International Relations, Globalization, International Studies, and 10 moreInternational Trade, International Political Economy, Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, Neoliberalism, Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari, BRICS, Deleuze and Guattari, Global Economic Governance, and TTIP
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While the crisis in Greece threatened to tear the European Union (EU) apart and have negative effects on the financial markets, the standoff in Ukraine continues to hover over Europe and evoke memories of a time when realpolitik was... more
While the crisis in Greece threatened to tear the European Union (EU) apart and have negative effects on the financial markets, the standoff in Ukraine continues to hover over Europe and evoke memories of a time when realpolitik was accepted as the norm rather than an exception to the rule.
Research Interests: Eastern European Studies, Russian Studies, International Relations, Peace and Conflict Studies, Foreign Policy Analysis, and 14 moreInternational Studies, Conflict, Cold War, Ukrainian Studies, Russian Politics, East European studies, Russian Foreign Policy, Ukrainian Politics, Conflict Resolution, Post Cold War Era, Politics of Ukraine, Russia, Ukraine, and Global Politics
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Philani Mthembu ist Politikwissenschaftler und forscht zu dem Einfluss der Emerging Powers auf die Entwicklungszusammenarbeit. Im aktuellen DAS Interview spricht er über diese neuen Akteure und die Frage nach dem neokolonialen Image von... more
Philani Mthembu ist Politikwissenschaftler und forscht zu dem Einfluss der Emerging Powers auf die Entwicklungszusammenarbeit. Im aktuellen DAS Interview spricht er über diese neuen Akteure und die Frage nach dem neokolonialen Image von China.