But since independence, Gabon is one of the few countries in Central Africa that enjoys peace and stability.

There is an idea of democracy produced by one-sided thinking.

I'm not aiming for the Nobel Peace Prize!

Globalization, far from putting an end to power diplomacy between States, has, on the contrary, intensified it.

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

For about ten years now, the struggle for democracy and the respect of human rights has been in the focus point - if not a commodity - of political groups aiming to rise to power.

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.