Paul Biya is the second President of Cameroon, who served as the Prime Minister of Cameroun from 1975 to 1982 before becoming the President in 1982. Born on February 13, 1933, to a catechist father, President Biya was set on a path to becoming a clergy before joining politic . In this article, we explore 10 powerful quotes of Paul Biya.
10 Powerful Quotes of Cameroon President Paul Biya
1. When nationalism is taken to mean love for one’s nation, it is tolerable. But when, as is often the case, nationalism is defined in opposition to other nations, its essence changes and it becomes dangerous. The same is true of regionalism. However, there is a growing trend of centrifugal forces that call the unity of either old or new States into question.
As you are aware, the world is now a global village. Distance is no longer an obstacle, interconnections are intertwining and we have all become interdependent – President Paul Biya
2. Peace is under threat not only from terrorism and other conflicts, but also from persisting poverty. The Security Council has most appropriately reiterated that poverty is a serious threat. How then can one understand that we have difficulty tackling it accordingly?
3. It is normal that you may be tempted to yield to doubt and fear about the future. You should not… do not give up. Rather, utilize your intelligence, your wisdom, your resolve, your skills and talents to rise to the current and future challenges
“The trends in our public debt and the challenges of sustainability call for more rigorous and more transparent management, in line with the requirements of good governance.”
4. Regrettably, global geopolitics and geostrategy remain dominated by the arms race, the formation of blocs is resurfacing, the Cold War whose death knell was sounded by the fall of the Berlin Wall is back, new players such as private paramilitary companies are active here and there, and proxy wars are now being waged. If we fold our arms, the world will once again be heading for one or more wars with immeasurable consequences.
“It should also be noted that security crises and climate change-induced vulnerabilities are serious threats to our sustainable development process.”
5. Africa is referred to as the continent of the future. We readily add that Africa is a land of growth for France, the European Union and the World.
6. When the sovereign people make a choice through free and fair elections and the results are proclaimed after review of petitions, such results must be recognized and accepted by all. Neither the social media nor news outlets can change the outcome of an election, talk less of illegal protests, violence and personal or hate-filled attacks.
7. All in all, it should be admitted that the rise of nationalism and populism has significantly changed the atmosphere of international relations. In Europe and North and South America, advocates of these ideologies have acceded to power. This will definitely have consequences on the balance of power on the planet. The writing is already on the wall. Will the new world be better than the old?
8. Nation building is the responsibility of all of us. It requires a spirit of harmony and tolerance among citizens. I therefore urge you to cultivate this spirit at all times, and to champion peace in order not to squander the opportunities that your country is offering you.
9. The challenges along our path to the integration of our States are multiple and varied. The world is changing, and we (CEMAC) cannot afford to stay on the sidelines of this dynamic.
10. I am convinced that international solidarity and greater consideration of the interests of other countries, particularly those of the South, would provide more peace in today’s world.