interest" because the world community is not served by having one region left out. Trade liberalization, especially in the agriculture sector, is a key ingredient in helping African countries help themselves by boosting their economy and creating jobs. While he welcomed U.S. President George W. Bush's plan to increase aid to Africa, Wolfowitz said he "would like to see more" assistance from the U.S. and other countries. The World Bank president said it is a "desirable goal" that developed countries contribute 0.7 per cent of their gross domestic products to foreign aid.
