The African Union and Caricom need to forge stronger links
Zuma's spokesman, Vincent Magwenya, said the president welcomed the discussion among the leaders of the Commonwealth attending a summit meeting in Trinidad and Tobago about the readmission to the organisation of Zimbabwe.
"Zimbabwe's readmission to the Commonwealth will serve as recognition of the progress that has been achieved.
''Equally, along with the lifting of sanctions, it will represent the international community's support and encouragement to parties to continue the dialogue that will deliver a lasting solution to the challenges facing the country," he said.
Magwenya said Zuma was satisfied with the Commonwealth leaders' declarations on climate change, and about Rwanda's admission to the Commonwealth at the summit.
"A declaration on climate change and the admission of Rwanda were key outcomes," said Magwenya.
The summit ended yesterday and Zuma is expected back in the country today.
During his visit, Zuma met the heads of state of the Caribbean Community (Caricom).
"The history and future of the peoples of Africa and of the Caribbean are intertwined," Zuma said.
The African Union and Caricom needed to forge stronger links, he said.
"We must speak with one voice to advance our interest on trade and economic relations, including tourism, climate change, peace and security, and other matters."
On Saturday, Zuma met UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, Danish Prime Minister Lars Loekke Rasmussen and Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd.
All three expressed that they wanted to attend next year's Fifa soccer World Cup and Zuma told them that South Africa was ready to welcome them.
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