Constructive Engagement?

The idea of 'constructive engagement' is forwarded by governments as a method whereby pressure can be brought to bear on these countries to improve their record on human rights, while diplomatic and economic contacts can be maintained. But does this approach achieve positive outcomes? To-answer this question, this book written by Joanne Davies, and published by James Currey Publishers, offers a critical evaluation of one of the best known examples of constructive engagement - the Reagan administration's policy towards South Africa.