Embracing a multi-stakeholder approach is one of the key characteristics of South-South and triangular cooperation (SSC/TrC). A dynamic and pro-active engagement of think tanks, academia, the private sector, civil society organizations (CSOs) and other relevant stakeholders contributes to the achievement of international development goals in line with local priorities and needs. Think tanks have their own particular roles in SSC/TrC: they contribute to policy formulation and to the implementation of development cooperation through in-depth analysis, policy advice, advocacy, communication of key messages to the wider public, and capacity development to policy makers and practitioners.