Trans-nationals and the legal regulation of technology: whither SADCC?

Technology transfer issues have always been at the centre of discussions and efforts regarding the "new international order". The explanation for this is not too far to seek. The issue of access to, control and management of advanced technology is a matter which is central to contemporary international relations. Therefore in the Southern African context the legal regulation of advanced technology will remain a central consideration as new technologies become the centre piece in the struggle for power in an increasingly competitive regional system. The purpose of this paper is to examine the prospects for the reorganization of regional and international economic relations in a manner which will reflect the interests of the SADCC member states. The paper deals with five points.

A seminar paper on technology transfer issues within the SADCC region. Paper presented at Seminar on Southern African Responses to Imperialism, 22-24 April,Harare.