Just as it differs with the USA on a plethora of international issues but still maintains civil and cordial diplomatic relations, South Africa should continue to differ with Israel; and equally, offer itself as a mediator in that Middle East conflict. After all, the isolation position has not assisted neither the Palestinian cause nor the much sought peace in the region.
AuthorMpho Tsedu
Mpho Tsedu is the CEO of the Institute of Foreign Affairs.