The mysteries of the SA-Russia Arms "Deal" - Unpacked by global arms trade expert Andrew Feinstein

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Global arms trade expert Andrew Feinstein shares his perspective on a charge by the United States that South Africa supplied arms to Russia in a time of war and sanctions. The former African National Congress (ANC) MP, who resigned in protest from Parliament at the ANC's refusal to allow an independent inquiry into a multi-million rand arms deal, also shares his frustration at being left on"standby" for many years to give evidence in the fraud and corruption trial of former President Jacob Zuma and Thales, the French arms company that allegedly bribed him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 May 2023 12AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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