# President Cyril Ramaphosa says pressure exerted by outside forces does not determine South Africa’s foreign policy outlook, but by principle. In his weekly newsletter, the president says that despite criticism, the country’s commitment to peace, justice, and the rule of law informed the decision to take Israel to the International Court of Justice. Ramaphosa says the country’s diplomacy will continue to be guided by respect for sovereignty, and that negotiation and dialogue are key in the mediation and resolution of conflict.
Ramaphosa says SA’s foreign policy is anchored in multilateralism and respect for sovereignty