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The report places emphasis on the importance of arming perimeter firewalls with a layer of application-aware security services . In deciding whether to renew support , the Endowment will weigh such factors as a grantee 's success in achieving what was intended with the initial support , the importance of its activities to the overall democratic effort in the country or region , and the value of continuing these activities in relation to the Endowment 's overall priorities , including its wish to help worthwhile new initiatives to get underway . The mission stressed the central importance of press freedom and freedom of expression as fundamental components of a democratic society and an essential element for building a lasting peace in Sri Lanka .