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Message to King Hassan of Morocco Congratulating the Organization of African Unity on Its 10th Anniversary.

May 25, 1973

Your Majesty:

To the distinguished leaders of Africa assembling in Addis Ababa to observe the Tenth Anniversary of the Organization of African Unity, I extend my warm personal greetings and best wishes of the American people on this occasion. The United States has followed closely and with deep admiration the accomplishments of .the Organization of African Unity in promoting peace and progress on that continent. We share your aspirations for the progress and development of Africa and for the dignity and well-being of all African peoples. We look forward to a continuing close relationship between the United States and the countries of your continent. To all member nations and their leaders, we extend our warm congratulations on past accomplishments and our very best wishes for the future.

Sincerely,

RICHARD NIXON

Note: King Hassan was President of the Organization of African Unity.

Richard Nixon, Message to King Hassan of Morocco Congratulating the Organization of African Unity on Its 10th Anniversary. Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/255520

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