36 Passed House amended Apr 17, 2002
Recognizes the dire political and economic problems facing Africa. Encourages the various African governments to begin redressing such problems through democratization and conciliation. Welcomes Africa's attempt to replicate in Africa the European model of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe. Commends the Helsinki Commission for its leadership in moving the Helsinki model to other regions. Calls upon the President to: (1) encourage African governments to participate in the Conference on Security, Stability, Development, and Cooperation in Africa; (2) support this process in Africa; and (3) continue the current U.S. policy of funding forums which facilitate economic growth and advance democratic goals.