war. Others will not save us if we do not primarily commit ourselves. Let us, however, not underestimate the resources required to conduct this battle. Partnership with the international community is vital. A constant theme in all our messages has been that in this inter-dependent and globalised world, we have indeed again become the keepers of our brother and sister. That cannot be more graphically the case than in the common fight against HIV/AIDS. References International AIDS Conferences International conferences in South Africa 2000 in South Africa 2000 conferences History of Durban July 2000 events in Africa July 2000 events in South Africa Events in Durban