4.2.1 Diplomatic representation component- implements foreign policy and oversees the activities of all SA missions worldwide. It was reported that the programme represented more than half of the total budget, and it was used for the day to day running of the missions. Funding in this programme was also meant for South Africa's contribution to post-conflict reconstruction and development; strengthening of political solidarity, economic cooperation and socio-cultural relations with countries of the world; contribution towards the political and economic integration of the Regional Economic Communities (RECs).