Since the members of the Council come from different interest groups: the economy, the government, trade unions, and science and education, their cooperation ensures an all-sided discussion of developmental problems and possible development policies. The work of the members is founded primarily on common principles and the mission statement, and less on representing the goals and interest groups they come from. All the decisions in the Council are made by consensus. Discussions are based on principles, not functions. Moreover, the Council has accepted a principle of rotation of its members, to ensure active participation of all members in the work of the Council.