The current framework of South-South Cooperation was in the spirit of the Marrakech Declaration. The declaration stated that no single country could reach its developmental objectives on its own. Cooperation was necessary. For South Africa cooperation was not just a mere choice for pursuing the country's strategic objectives, but an essential part of foreign policy, which sought cooperation with all members of the international community. According to the 2008 Accra Agenda for Action. South - South Cooperation should observe the principles of respect for sovereignty, non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, equality amongst developmental partners and respect for independence, cultural diversity, identity and local content. This was especially important in respect of Triangular Cooperation where the development partners were sometimes not of equal political and economic status. These principles would then come into play to ensure that while developmental objectives were met it was not with an element of coercion that could violate sovereignty. The Accra Agenda also impressed the importance of meeting responsibilities within a developmental partnership. The Accra Agenda remained a crucial element and guide to Triangular Cooperation in particular where developmental partners straddle the North / South divide.