The advantages of regional economic co-operation appeared to outweigh obligations of shared ideology.
Spaak became a staunch supporter of regional co-operation and collective security after 1944.
A new round of talks on a tri-lateral basis were proposed in October 2004 to discuss regional co-operation.
Improved regional co-operation on economic stability in the Great Lakes region was further encouraged and praised.
On Feb. 15, representatives from the three countries signed an agreement to reactivate and strengthen regional co-operation.
It has also in recent times been an active proponent of regional co-operation.
These leaders are wary of any effort to legitimize efforts to undermine their nation or contain regional co-operation.
"Unless regional co-operation is assured to address the core and root of this issue, peace in Afghanistan will remain elusive."
They agreed that South Africa could and should play a positive part in regional co-operation and development.
The Commission, however, encourages regional co-operation and condemns vertical development.