Omar Bongo Quotes & Sayings (Page 3)

“But the Western countries that link their partnership with the poorest countries with respect for democracy also have to consider that they have obligations towards these countries.”

“Certainly, Africa accounts for only l % of world trade, and we cannot assure our development on our own.”

“I am in favor of complete freedom of information and of free access to the new communication tools, in particular the Internet.”

“I'm not aiming for the Nobel Peace Prize!”

“Information on the Internet must be as free as in the newspapers.”

“Instead of ideological objectives of a political nature, today we are faced with ideological objectives of economic nature.”

“It is important to stress: Africa is also a victim of the September 11 attacks.”

“The birth of the African Union should encourage us to reexamine relations between African States.”

“The resources of our continent attract, more than ever, the interests of rich countries.”

“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.”