These address trade and investment issues, democracy and human rights, peace and security, education and culture. The Africa group asks that there be no specific reference to countries by name in the Democracy and Human Rights section of the final plan of action. The measure has been stalled in Congress awaiting reconciliation of House and Senate versions. Although the Clinton administration has called on Summit participants to press Congress for action, rallying support from Summit delegates has been slowed by wrangles over a variety of issues.
Some delegates think too much is being given up or ignored to get a bill passed.
And though the AGOA emphasizes trade and investment over assistance, aid is still needed the ambassadors wrote.