Regional exchange can be a source of growth and development, and of enhancing good governance.

We need a reform of the Security Council. It must be perceived as truly representative by all the 191 member states, to uphold the credibility and legitimacy of the UN as the main political arena.

Poverty must be reduced not only for reasons of moral and justice, but also of security.

Human rights are praised more than ever - and violated as much as ever.

Still, corruption and oppression are far too common threats to the democratic society.

That was for instance the case in Mocambique a couple of years ago, during the flooding catastrophe. Instead of co-ordinating assistance properly, to much time and resources was spent on fighting about the same helicopters and local guides.

The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider.