Dr. Naledi Pandor, the Minister of International Relations, has responded to the matter of the arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin. According to her, South Africa has not yet had any discussion on the matter, particularly because Russia is an important business partner, and further talks are needed with those in Russia.

The issue is complicated as many South Africans expect the police to arrest Putin when he visits the country due to the court order issued against him. However, this is not a simple action to take as it involves a country with which South Africa has an alliance, and could result in negative consequences. Therefore, it is crucial to reach an agreement before any action is taken.