A comparative overview was made with other jurisdictions against the situation in South Africa in treaty-making and the role of Parliament. In the United States of America (US), the President has power to negotiate, sign and ratify treaties; however, he/she should have concurrence from Senate. The Senate's involvement was reported not at the tail end as the case was in South Africa, it began early. The Senate would give negotiating mandates to negotiators and act as a council of advisors during the negotiations. In some instances, implementing legislation was required before Senate could concur to a ratification of a treaty.