(a) The number of BITs that have already expired is 9.
The response to (i)(aa), (bb), (cc), (dd) is attached hereto as Annexure 3.
(ii) There is no intention to renew the agreements. In accordance with the decision by Cabinet, South Africa will only enter into bilateral investment treaties in future on the basis of a compelling economic or political reasons. In addition, the Protection of Investment Act provides adequate protection to all investments in South Africa in accordance with the Constitution.
2. Yes the BITs do, the relevant clauses are attached hereto as Annexure 4.