Many proponents of delinking from Western trade do not understand how the South African economy, business and trade are integrated into the global economy, writes william_gumede.
Many proponents of delinking from Western trade do not understand how the South African economy, business and trade are integrated into the global economyDelinking South Africa’s economy from trade with its largest partners, industrial countries, to Brics — as many populists and other, more well-meaning but naive
individuals want — will collapse the economy and plunge the rand into free fall and the country into chaos. Possibly a dreaded failed state...You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.
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