Clearly, we are very, very concerned about the situation, for instance, that has been going on in Gaza.
Thabo MbekiIt is quite easy to understand what China would need from the African continent with regards to its own economy, raw materials, oil and a market for manufactured goods. As I say it is not difficulty to understand and perfectly legitimate. There is nothing wrong with that.
Thabo MbekiYour developed countries are taking teachers from South Africa, they are taking nurses, because people are better paid where they are going.
Thabo MbekiThe matters I am talking about regarding the ports. That matter has been discussed with the unions, and agreed, and therefore there is no particular reason why there should be a problem about it. We will continue to move like that. We need the engagement of the unions in these processes.
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