Science and TechnologyScience and Technology
Mon, March 10, 2025
[ Today @ 10:24 AM ] - Bustle
Chet Hanks Has The Last Laugh

Minister Nzimande hosts Ambassador of Iran, Mansour Shakib Mehr, days after the envoy was hosted by ANC


Published on 2025-03-10 09:42:26 - IOL
  Print publication without navigation

  • Minister Nzimande and Iranian Ambassador Mehr aim to bolster science and technology ties between South Africa and Iran.

The article discusses South Africa's Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, hosting Iran's Ambassador to South Africa, Mansour Shakib Mehr, shortly after the ambassador was also hosted by the African National Congress (ANC). This series of meetings comes at a time when South Africa is experiencing tensions with the United States, particularly over South Africa's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its refusal to align with Western sanctions against Russia. The engagements with the Iranian ambassador are seen in the context of South Africa's foreign policy, which has been criticized by the U.S. for not condemning Russia's actions in Ukraine. Furthermore, these diplomatic interactions highlight South Africa's efforts to maintain and possibly strengthen relations with countries like Iran, amidst its complex international relations.

Read the Full IOL Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/minister-nzimande-hosts-ambassador-of-iran-mansour-shakib-mehr-days-after-the-envoy-was-hosted-by-anc/ar-AA1AAOnG ]