The United States Government congratulates the Southern African Development Community (SADC) as it celebrates its 40th anniversary. SADC's goals of promoting regional cooperation and integration, economic growth, socio-economic development, and durable peace and security among its member states have never been more salient.
SADC has achieved notable successes promoting regional peace and security and economic development for the betterment of the SADC region's most important resource - its people. SADC's enduring support helped Lesotho negotiate vital government reforms and undertake a peaceful transition of political power. It continues to promote regional peace and security as demonstrated by its positive role in helping Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo resolve a longstanding border disagreement. And through its Southern African Power Pool, SADC is mobilizing resources to address energy shortages that threaten regional development and economic integration.
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