01 March 2022 1 Min Read
LISTEN | Russia-Ukraine conflict: SA and other developing countries 'don’t have to take sides'
in News by Bulelani Nonyukela
A presidency insider says President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin speak often but have not yet discussed the war in Ukraine. File photo.
Image: Alaister Russell/The Sunday Times
Image: Alaister Russell/The Sunday Times
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The government has been issuing conflicting statements about its stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
However, Wits University international relations associate professor Malte Brosig said SA and other developing countries can leave taking sides to the “big boys” despite SA being part of BRICS.
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Brosig is doubtful the UN will come to Ukraine’s rescue.