The past year brought exciting changes to VEGA, we accomplished a great deal of results in our economic development programs worldwide. A highlight of the year was our extensive use of the Diaspora community in carrying out work in often adverse situations. We’ve influenced relationships between creditors and SMEs in West Africa and supplied reliable technical assistance to the American Chambers of Commerce in Indonesia, Kazakhstan and Armenia. Our grants management program provided opportunities for historically disadvantaged organizations in South Africa, and our experts enhanced organizational capacity for associations and business centers in Jordan. These are just a few of the highlights of our efforts. As we look forward to 2009, we expect a year of continued growth and lasting impact. To learn more please download the 2008 Annual Report by clicking on the link above.