UN General Assembly
1960

59. We are happy to note that the new African States have won their freedom and independence from the colonial Powers on the basis of mutual sympathy, respect and understanding. This redounds to the credit of both. It is our conviction that the maintenance of close relations between the new States and the former metropolitan Powers, on a footing of freedom and equality, can be of immense benefit to all concerned. It is for this reason that we believe that India, Pakistan, Ceylon and others made a wise decision when they kept their ties with the other free nations of the Commonwealth. We hope that the new French Community will enjoy an equally successful development.