a. The aim of the technical cooperation with other countries - developing and developed - is to maximise utilization of the limited resources.
b. Technical cooperation within the region (SADCC and PTA) will be fostered in the following areas: production of drugs, research and development, transfer of technology, evaluation of drugs, joint procurement of raw materials and finished products, training and manpower, development and exchange of information and emergency situations.
c. Increased use will be made of regional facilities, mainly in the field of quality assurance.