while this may seem complimentary to Riseap, the present constitution of Riseap dose not permit their admission. Nevertheless, it should be possible for Riseap to enter into ties of friendship and cooperation based on the spirit of brotherhood of the ummah, without forrnally admitting them as members. I think it would be wrong for Riseap to take the attitude that because an organisation is from outside the region, therefore it cannot have any kind of relationship with it. As we all know, Islam transcends ethnic and geographical boundaries and all Muslims are brothers. As such, should always be willing to cooperate whether during good or bad times. Such cooperation will strengthen them and enable them to face crisis when it comes.