Twenty-fourth meeting of the committee of experts of the conference of African ministers of finance, planning and economic development : opening remarks By Dr. George T. Irele, Chairman of the Committee of Experts

Abstract

This Opening Remarks delivered by Dr. George T. Irele, Chairman of the Committee of Experts at the Twenty-fourth Meeting of the Committee of Experts of the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. Dr. T. Irele, on his remarks highlighted that, For African countries, the tasks are very clear. We must commit ourselves to sound, transparent and accountable national policies and strategies, which we ourselves devise and of which we take full ownership, for mobilizing all our resources in the fight against poverty. Africa's development partners can do to complement the continent's efforts. developed countries must deliver on their promises at Monterrey for more and better ODA and focus on implementation of their promises to work towards supporting Africa in achieving the MDGs. developed countries must focus on more and better trade. It is time to deliver on the Doha agenda to make it a true development round. The principles of NEPAD and the PRSs which place leadership in defining poverty reduction strategies squarely with African countries, offer the hope for a new aid relationship based on partnership and mutual accountability.