Question NW1079 to the Minister of Mineral Resources
13 May 2016 - NW1079
Mokause, Ms MO to ask the Minister of Mineral Resources
(1) Was he in Dubai at any time in December 2015; if so, (a) when and (b) what was the purpose of his visit;(2) whether he held any meetings while in Dubai; if so, (a) what was the purpose of the specified meetings and (b) was any of the specified meetings with the President, Mr Jacob G Zuma? (2) whether he held any meetings while in Dubai; if so, (a) what was the purpose of the specified meetings and (b) was any of the specified meetings with the President, Mr Jacob G Zuma?
Reply:
(1) Yes, Official trip to promote mining and investment opportunities in South Africa. The trip was also as opportunity to be apprised about the work done with African countries on matters pertaining to stemming the flow of illicit diamonds, and precious metals.
(2) Yes (a) To promote mining investment opportunities, as well as South Africa, as a preferred destination; (b) No.
Approved/not approved
Mr MJ Zwane, MP
Minister of Mineral Resources
Date Submitted: 11/05/2016