How would he be seen? Probably the same way hes being viewed now, given the same thing happened on video with his close advisor doing exactly that - and everyone's seemingly forgotten about that whilst FT continues his investor roadshows saying we're open for business. And while for optics old mate was arrested, he was then quietly let out a few days later, and is likely to never be prosecuted. And frankly IGF seems to be a toothless tiger, in any case, outside its underutilized ability to impose some administrative sanctions. It's an advisory and investigative body mostly, relying on the judiciary to actually prosecute on any of its recommendations. And we've seen personally how closely the politically and financially contaminated judiciary follows up on these... so sure, bringing in the IGF 'watchdog' can shine attention on things, but don't expect it to result in actual action if this would go against high-level political interests or cause embarassment to the countrys leadership. And who knows what embarrassing goodies Jean Felix has in his grab bag that's let him shake off all the previous attempts to oust him.How would the President be seen in the World International Business especially after his presentations on DRC following appropriate mining laws if he let's individuals use his name without his knowledge for financial gain.
Total embarrassment bring in IGF .
DG days are numbered ?
I also think people sometimes overestimate the level of global business focus on the result of what's playing out with AVZ - many businesses will likely still come to make their shot in DRC regardless of what occurs. I mean we did, despite our predecessors licence being stripped, as have other western outfits like Glencore who continue to invest despite the challenges. And do you think that companies currently seeking a foothold in Manono would all depart if this gets handed to the Chinese or others on a platter? Look at the Republic of Congo as an example, despite its poor track record and cancellation of projects like Sundance it still gains outside investors, and not just foolhardy explorers, but also major Western operators like Chevron. Where there's money to be made, companies will continue to take risks, and put their standards of business conduct to one side. The gap between what a Western government says and what private Western corporations are willing to accept is a significant one. And then there's always the Chinese willing to drop in...
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