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Pandor’s tenure was marked by a decisive articulation of South Africa’s identity on the international stage. Under her leadership, the sixth administration firmly established the country’s worldview and the kind of global order it strives to foster. Lamola, who previously served as the minister of justice, brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the role. His tenure in the justice ministry exposed him to the intricate dynamics of the global order with which South Africa has been actively engaging.
The continuity of South Africa’s foreign policy from the sixth administration to the present is evident. During the previous administration, South Africa was unambiguous in its support for Palestine, a cause that had long been marginalised in the global community. The ICJ case brought renewed international attention to the plight of the Palestinian people, reinforcing South Africa’s commitment to global justice.
The fifth Brics Summit held in Durban in 2013 affirmed Africa’s right to self-determination in its industrial development, particularly through the New Partnership for Africa’s Development framework. This summit’s declaration also addressed the negative impacts of International Monetary Fund and World Bank lending practices on developing and emerging countries, leading to the establishment of the New Development Bank, formerly known as the Brics Development Bank.