I will now speak about the issue of partnership and the series of national agreements which have made such a large contribution to the development of policy in relation to social welfare and economic and social development generally. Partnership has been key to this approach, not only in ensuring the development of policies, but also in their effective implementation. The inclusive approach has brought together the main actors in the economy and society with a view to coming to a common understanding about our problems and addressing them in a coherent and consistent manner.