I have in mind the need to give political issues relating to regional integration the requisite weight. We need to draw firm timetables for the pending reforms and the establishment of the required  2  BIS Review 78/2007  institutions. Above all, we need political will and commitment to evolve national macroeconomic policies that are consistent with the requirement for regional integration.
One important issue that is negatively perceived is the impact of tariff reduction and removing non-tariff barriers. The negative perception has prevented some member countries from moving forward. We need to allay such fears and help members to move forward. Fellow Governors, Ladies and Gentlemen, before I conclude please allow me to pose a few questions for the 10th Meeting of this Committee.