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"The resources of our continent attract, more than ever, the interests of rich countries."
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"Because the world is in economic recession, which worsened since this drama happened, and our country will bear the burden of all of these consequences."
"The shock caused by the September 11 events has also lead to a thorough reflection on the existing disparity between rich and poor countries, on the misery of populations of the South."
"When they favor the access of other people to education and health care, the countries of the North not only demonstrate generosity or solidarity, but also implement the principles of respecting and promoting human rights."
"The African Union has to act in order to put an end to armed conflicts that undermine the continent, to fight against the devastation caused by AIDS and other contagious diseases, to promote sustainable development of its member states."
"From the time of independences until the end of the Cold War, in spite of the participation of a considerable number of African states in the non-aligned movement, everyone in fact chose to align with one or another of the two major blocks."
"Certainly, Africa accounts for only l % of world trade, and we cannot assure our development on our own."
"But since independence, Gabon is one of the few countries in Central Africa that enjoys peace and stability."
"The principle of responsibility and collective sanctions is incompatible with the Western concept of justice."
"It is up to African leaders to show their will and political courage in order to assure that this new pan-African institution becomes an efficient instrument and not a place for endless discussions."
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