I suspect that that question should be directed to the relevant department dealing with agriculture.
South Africa's participation in discussions on developments in Syria, and engagement in bilateral talks with Syria
17. Ms N D Ntwanambi (ANC) asked the Minister of International Relations and Co-operation:
(1) Whether, in light of the recent (a) voting on the resolution of the United Nations to pave the way for peaceful transition and stopping of human rights violations and (b) allegations of shooting of innocent protesters in Syria, South Africa has been engaged in any discussions with other major role-players and nations at the UN to prevent a situation similar to the one that occurred in Libya; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) whether South Africa has made any attempts to engage in bilateral talks with political leaders in Syria or any other Arab League nations to ensure that Syria engages in peaceful transition and political dialogue that will achieve long-term peace and stability; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details? CO104E