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determine those to be left to the sovereign states, can leave the
way open for the domination of the smaller and weaker members
by larger and stronger ones.
Ghana has declared her stand in no uncertain terms. We have
provided in our republican constitution for the surrender of our
sovereignty, in whole or in part, in the wider interests of African
unity. Guinea has made the same provision. So have M ali,
Tunisia and the United Arab Republic. Every African must
judge for himself which view is the more progressive and
realistic; which is dedicated fully to the practical needs and
interests of Africa, unrestrained by fear of external pressures;
and which reflects the true voice of Africa.