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BNC#6: Ansara Q&A – Property rights, corporatism critiques, Argentina's Milei experiment and more

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In a Q&A session at BNC#6 in Hermanus, Free Market Foundation CEO David Ansara discussed the intricacies of South Africa's institutional landscape and the challenges of deployment within the government. He emphasised the need for a sensible approach, particularly in light of political interference in economic affairs. Ansara highlighted the importance of private property rights, citing the Free Market Foundation's efforts to distribute title deeds. He warned against corporatism and advocated for a more fragmented approach to governance, drawing lessons from Argentina's experience with statism. Despite complexities, he urges proactive measures to avoid economic turmoil.
18 Apr 4AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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