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Presentation to the Portfolio Committee
DIRCO<br>
DIRCO<br>
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2 The Department of International Relations and Cooperation is in the process of tabling a Bill which gives effect to the mandate derived from the Constitution of South Africa
The draft White Paper on South Africa’s Foreign Policy was approved by Cabinet and is currently with Parliament
Under MTSF Outcome 11, Government seeks to “Create a better South Africa and contribute to a better and safer Africa in a better world” through:
Enhanced African Agenda and sustainable development
Regional integration
Reformed global governance institutions, and
Trade and investment INTRODUCTION<br>
The draft White Paper on South Africa’s Foreign Policy was approved by Cabinet and is currently with Parliament
Under MTSF Outcome 11, Government seeks to “Create a better South Africa and contribute to a better and safer Africa in a better world” through:
Enhanced African Agenda and sustainable development
Regional integration
Reformed global governance institutions, and
Trade and investment INTRODUCTION<br>
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INTRODUCTION Therefore the Department’s spending focus over the medium term will be on:
sustaining economic and political relations,
participating in the global governance forums,
enhancing operational capacity by strengthening policy and coordination in relation to outgoing South African development cooperation through the operationalization of SADPA
Pursuit of Agenda 2063
Processing of Foreign Service Bill through Parliament
undertaking of various infrastructure projects, and implementing the property management strategy 3<br>
sustaining economic and political relations,
participating in the global governance forums,
enhancing operational capacity by strengthening policy and coordination in relation to outgoing South African development cooperation through the operationalization of SADPA
Pursuit of Agenda 2063
Processing of Foreign Service Bill through Parliament
undertaking of various infrastructure projects, and implementing the property management strategy 3<br>
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4 In its execution of SA’s foreign policy DIRCO is informed by SA’s global stature where SA:
is a respected, active and responsible global citizen.
hosts the second largest number of foreign representation in the world and has a current global footprint of 125 Missions
Is regarded as a champion for protection and promotion of human rights
Advocates for disarmament and the peaceful resolution of disputes
Place Africa central in its Foreign Policy which forms the basis for cooperation with countries of the South and the North.
- Champions cooperation and partnership over competition in the global arena. South Africa’s Current Global Stature<br>
is a respected, active and responsible global citizen.
hosts the second largest number of foreign representation in the world and has a current global footprint of 125 Missions
Is regarded as a champion for protection and promotion of human rights
Advocates for disarmament and the peaceful resolution of disputes
Place Africa central in its Foreign Policy which forms the basis for cooperation with countries of the South and the North.
- Champions cooperation and partnership over competition in the global arena. South Africa’s Current Global Stature<br>
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South Africa’s Global Footprint Missions per Region
Africa Bilateral – 46
Africa Multilateral – 1
Americas & Caribbean – 17
Europe – 27
Asia & Middle East – 32
Multilateral -2
Total: 125 5<br>
Africa Bilateral – 46
Africa Multilateral – 1
Americas & Caribbean – 17
Europe – 27
Asia & Middle East – 32
Multilateral -2
Total: 125 5<br>
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6 Rise in terrorism – decentralised and splinter groups make it difficult to fight the increasing terrorist attacks
Slow economic growth – global economy expected to grow 3,2% in 2016-2017 and developing country growth 5,3% in the same period
Currency fluctuations and low oil prices- countries dependent on oil exports becoming increasingly inward looking
Shifting political ideological implications- The emergence of nationalistic and conservative governments
New trend in trade and economic patterns – Asia and the Middle-East surpassed Europe as SA’ number one trading partner
Europe remains one of SA’s main strategic trading block while it continues to recover from the impact of the global financial crisis The changing global environment impacts the execution of DIRCO’s mandate<br>
Slow economic growth – global economy expected to grow 3,2% in 2016-2017 and developing country growth 5,3% in the same period
Currency fluctuations and low oil prices- countries dependent on oil exports becoming increasingly inward looking
Shifting political ideological implications- The emergence of nationalistic and conservative governments
New trend in trade and economic patterns – Asia and the Middle-East surpassed Europe as SA’ number one trading partner
Europe remains one of SA’s main strategic trading block while it continues to recover from the impact of the global financial crisis The changing global environment impacts the execution of DIRCO’s mandate<br>
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The Changing Global Environment Growing influence of new formations and regional groupings: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Arica (BRICS), Group of 20,(G20) ,Colombia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey, South Africa (CIVETS ), Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)
BRICS countries share a common vision to be pursued through economic cooperation, sharing of technical expertise, knowledge and experience to address their own domestic and international challenges
Lack of adequate infrastructure and industrial capacity obstacle in intra-African regional trade. 7<br>
BRICS countries share a common vision to be pursued through economic cooperation, sharing of technical expertise, knowledge and experience to address their own domestic and international challenges
Lack of adequate infrastructure and industrial capacity obstacle in intra-African regional trade. 7<br>
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The Changing Global Environment Growing impact of non-state actors and social movements: growing social disparities, economic and financial volatility, insecurity and scarce resources
New global opportunities and frontiers: The ‘New Economies’ - the Blue Economy, the Green Economy and the Knowledge Economy; exploration and utilisation of outer space (SKA project, satellites for communication, defence and environmental surveying) and advances in technologies
Operation Phakisa seeks to harness and leverage some of these sectors as part of NDP implementation 8<br>
New global opportunities and frontiers: The ‘New Economies’ - the Blue Economy, the Green Economy and the Knowledge Economy; exploration and utilisation of outer space (SKA project, satellites for communication, defence and environmental surveying) and advances in technologies
Operation Phakisa seeks to harness and leverage some of these sectors as part of NDP implementation 8<br>
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Programme 1: Administration 9<br>
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Programme 2: International Relations Bilateral engagements are the basis for strengthening political and economic relations and provide the platform to advance national priorities and to lobby for support for multilateral engagements and common positions
The performance indicator on political work is predicated on the implementation of Structured Bilateral Mechanisms (BNCs, JCCs, JNCs and others) and reciprocal High-Level visits
The performance indicator on economic diplomacy measures the work that Missions undertake to increase value added exports; attract Foreign Direct Investment to priority sectors (NGP and IPAP); promote tourism; encourage development cooperation; promote the removal of non tariff barriers through:
Hosting or participating in trade seminars and tourism promotion,
Engagements with chambers of commerce, high level investors, relevant government ministries<br>
The performance indicator on political work is predicated on the implementation of Structured Bilateral Mechanisms (BNCs, JCCs, JNCs and others) and reciprocal High-Level visits
The performance indicator on economic diplomacy measures the work that Missions undertake to increase value added exports; attract Foreign Direct Investment to priority sectors (NGP and IPAP); promote tourism; encourage development cooperation; promote the removal of non tariff barriers through:
Hosting or participating in trade seminars and tourism promotion,
Engagements with chambers of commerce, high level investors, relevant government ministries<br>
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Programme 2: International Relations 11<br>
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Programme 3: International Cooperation Sub-programme 3.1: Global Governance South Africa is committed to multilateralism and a rules-based international order and to this end participates and plays an active role in all for a of the United Nations system and its specialised agencies, funds and programmes
With particular focus on peace and security, sustainable development (social, economic and environmental protection) and promotion of human rights and humanitarian affairs, international crime and international law
Advocate for UNSC reform to curb unilateral actions taken outside the United Nation’s peace and security mechanisms in various regions<br>
With particular focus on peace and security, sustainable development (social, economic and environmental protection) and promotion of human rights and humanitarian affairs, international crime and international law
Advocate for UNSC reform to curb unilateral actions taken outside the United Nation’s peace and security mechanisms in various regions<br>
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Programme 3: International Cooperation 13<br>
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Sub -programme 3.2 Continental & Regional Cooperation South Africa will promote the implementation of Africa’s Vision 2063 to contribute to the socio-economic development of the African continent.
South Africa will continue to focus on implementation of the continental integration agenda, regional economic integration and finding African Solutions to African problems through:
Strengthening the AU and its structures
Contribution towards entrenchment of democracy (election observations)
Participating in peace missions, and PCRD (Peace, Conflict, Reconstruction and Development) initiatives
Promotion of Good Governance (APRM) & protection of Human Rights
Contributing to socio-economic development through the implementation of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)<br>
South Africa will continue to focus on implementation of the continental integration agenda, regional economic integration and finding African Solutions to African problems through:
Strengthening the AU and its structures
Contribution towards entrenchment of democracy (election observations)
Participating in peace missions, and PCRD (Peace, Conflict, Reconstruction and Development) initiatives
Promotion of Good Governance (APRM) & protection of Human Rights
Contributing to socio-economic development through the implementation of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)<br>
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Programme 3 (Continental Cooperation) 15<br>
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Programme 3 (South – South & North – South) 16<br>
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Programme 4 Sub-programme 4.1: Public Diplomacy 17<br>
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Programme 4 Sub-programme 4.2: State Protocol 18<br>
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MTEF ALLOCATION 19 The Department received its MTEF allocation letter which took the following areas into consideration:
Greater alignment between the allocation of resources and the strategic objectives of government
Shifting resources away from less urgent priorities or non-performing programmes
Political decisions on the alignment of resources across functions
Achieving an appropriate balance between capital and current (operational) spending
Strengthen the implementation of the cost-containment guidelines that limit spending on non-essential items<br>
Greater alignment between the allocation of resources and the strategic objectives of government
Shifting resources away from less urgent priorities or non-performing programmes
Political decisions on the alignment of resources across functions
Achieving an appropriate balance between capital and current (operational) spending
Strengthen the implementation of the cost-containment guidelines that limit spending on non-essential items<br>
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DIRCO SITUATION ANALYSIS 20<br>
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MTEF ALLOCATIONS: 2016/17 - 2018/19 21<br>
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PLANNED MEASURES TO INCREASE OPERATIONAL BUDGET 23 Planned to reduce operating leases abroad:
Fast track the acquisition of properties
Utilized the available land for construction
Revamp and rehabilitate unoccupied properties abroad for occupation
Furnished apartments
2. Planned to reduce transfer cost:
Insurance to be carried by the third party
Insured items not to be included in the third party; i.e motor vehicle<br>
Fast track the acquisition of properties
Utilized the available land for construction
Revamp and rehabilitate unoccupied properties abroad for occupation
Furnished apartments
2. Planned to reduce transfer cost:
Insurance to be carried by the third party
Insured items not to be included in the third party; i.e motor vehicle<br>
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24 BUDGET ALLOCATION<br>
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25 Programme 1: Administration<br>
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26 Programme 1 – Econ Classification<br>
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27 Programme 2: International Relations<br>
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28 Programme 2 – Econ Classification<br>
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29 Programme 3 – Econ Classification<br>
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30 Programme 3: International Cooperation<br>
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31 Programme 4: Public Diplomacy<br>
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32 Programme 4: State Protocol & Consular Services<br>
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33 Programme 5: International Transfers<br>
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UNFUNDED MANDATES 34 COL Adjustment
AU assessment
ICT Back Office refresh
Full funding of the new structure<br>
AU assessment
ICT Back Office refresh
Full funding of the new structure<br>
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African Renaissance and International Cooperation Fund Annual Performance Plan 2016/17<br>
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STRUCTURE OF THE PRESENTATION Introduction
The utilisation
Programme annual performance plan
Committed funds
MTEF Allocation
2016 Available funds
Conclusion<br>
The utilisation
Programme annual performance plan
Committed funds
MTEF Allocation
2016 Available funds
Conclusion<br>
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37 1. Introduction The African Renaissance and International Co-operation Fund was established in terms of Section 2(1) of the African Renaissance and International Co-operation Fund Act, 2000 (Act No. 51 of 2000) and subject to direction of the Minister under the control of the Director-General (DG).<br>
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38 The Minister must, in consultation with the Minister of Finance, establish an Advisory Committee consisting of the following members:
The Director-General or the delegate of the Director-General;
Three officers of the Department appointed by the Minister; and
Two officers of the Department of Finance appointed by the Minister of Finance.
The Advisory Committee must make recommendations to the Minister and the Minister of Finance on the disbursement of funds through loans or other financial assistance. 2. The Utilisation Of Fund<br>
The Director-General or the delegate of the Director-General;
Three officers of the Department appointed by the Minister; and
Two officers of the Department of Finance appointed by the Minister of Finance.
The Advisory Committee must make recommendations to the Minister and the Minister of Finance on the disbursement of funds through loans or other financial assistance. 2. The Utilisation Of Fund<br>
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39 Loans or other financial assistance are granted in accordance with an agreement entered into by the country in question and the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (hereafter referred to as the Minister). Assistance granted is subject to such terms and conditions as may be agreed upon by that country and the Minister, acting in each case in consultation with the Minister of Finance. 2. The Utilisation Of Fund<br>
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3. Programme Performance Indicators<br>
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3. Programme Performance Indicators<br>
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4. Committed Funds 42 The committed funds consist of multi year projects that are currently being implemented.<br>
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5. MTEF Allocation<br>
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6. 2016 Available Funds 44 Section 7(2) of the ARF act of 2000 no 51 “Any unexpended
balance in the Fund at the close of any financial year must be
carried forward as a credit in the Fund to the next succeeding financial year”.<br>
balance in the Fund at the close of any financial year must be
carried forward as a credit in the Fund to the next succeeding financial year”.<br>
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7. Conclusion The reduction in appropriated funds is due to the cost containment measures implemented by the National Treasury.
The ARF has an accumulated surplus of R 1, 7 billion that will enable it to carry out its mandate.
DIRCO has completed all the steps for establishment of SADPA - the business case has been approved, draft Partnership Fund for Development Bill has been drafted and the proposed institutional arrangements in place.
We are in the process of finalizing institutional arrangements with National Treasury.
Once this is finalized, the draft bill will be re-submitted to Cabinet for approval to Gazette for Public comment.<br>
The ARF has an accumulated surplus of R 1, 7 billion that will enable it to carry out its mandate.
DIRCO has completed all the steps for establishment of SADPA - the business case has been approved, draft Partnership Fund for Development Bill has been drafted and the proposed institutional arrangements in place.
We are in the process of finalizing institutional arrangements with National Treasury.
Once this is finalized, the draft bill will be re-submitted to Cabinet for approval to Gazette for Public comment.<br>
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Thank you<br>