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Democracy in Africa moves on at its own pace and in its own way.

— Gnassingbé Eyadéma

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In the area of development, it is clear that multinational and transnational corporations play a crucial role today in world economic affairs.

Despite its imperfections and shortcomings, I think that the United Nations is irreplaceable, but we must do everything possible to enhance its impact and influence.

We simply need the benevolent assistance of all those who are today richer and are prepared to join us to bolster our efforts.

As the world's least developed region, Africa suffers from a number of specific ills which hamper its growth and for which it is important that the international community help provide a substantial, effective remedy.

It is well known that our continent is not afflicted solely by the economic underdevelopment that puts it in last place in terms of the quality of life. It is also a region of the world where numerous lethal conflicts continue to sow death and desolation.

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