In the hope of ensuring that history is not repeated, the DA's justice and constitutional development spokesperson, Glynnis Breytenbach, has asked for a copy of the country's request for the extradition of Atul and Rajesh Gupta.
Breytenbach told News24 their request for the documents was not to challenge them or be malicious but rather to try and assist.
"If there were some conditions not met, [we must ensure] that we don't make the same mistake again in the future because, no doubt again, we will have to apply for an extradition in whatever country they now find themselves in."In a statement released on Monday, Breytenbach said the DA would write to National Director of the Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi to obtain a copy of the extradition application.
"We will also be seeking to understand why communication between the UAE authorities broke down to the point that the outcome of the extradition application was only communicated via a diplomatic note almost two months after the hearing took place on 13 February 2023."Breytenbach said there was nothing to achieve from possibly acquiring the forms because"the extradition application had failed, the Guptas have been set free.
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