Deputy Chairperson, we have an MoU that recognises very critical issues around reforms, especially at the level of financing, as well as further institutional mechanisms. These were obviously a bone of contention sometime last year, but most of that has been resolved.
We must respect the fact that South Africa respects the sovereignty of the country, and is negotiating the process within that. We have clear regulatory processes to which we need to conform. These are the types of discussions and issues that we have there. Thank you.
Promotion and advancement of cause for recognition of indigenous groups registered on government's database
15. Mr D Joseph (DA) asked the Minister of International Relations and Co- operation:
In light of the United Nations definition of indigenous people, why does the government not (a) promote and (b) advance the cause for recognition of the indigenous groups who are registered on the government's database? CO88E