Mandela, have they in any way affected diplomatic relations between the United States and South Africa?
ASSISTANT SECRETARY KANSTEINER: No, they have not, in the sense that we’ve had excellent relations with the South African Government and continue; in fact, we had bilateral discussions with them today that covered a number of issues. So we look forward to continuing to work with South Africa on a bilateral basis, and also within the non-align movement and other various hats that are worn by Pretoria. QUESTION: Last question. I believe you — I mean, you are also confirming that there were bilateral talks between South Africa and the United States. What came out of these bilateral talks this afternoon? Anything concrete? ASSISTANT SECRETARY KANSTEINER: Well, we discussed some follow-up issues on NEPAD and how the Millennium Challenge Account which the United States is instituting, how we can work closely with the NEPAD Secretariat. We also looked at some of the G-8 responses to NEPAD and a number of other bilateral issues. QUESTION: The Secretary, in his remarks this morning, had only o
