The Head of State His Excellency Paul BIYA addressed a message of congratulations to the German Chancellor Angela MERKEL following the brilliant victory of her party, the CDU, in the legislative elections in her country. President Paul BIYA is convinced that this victory is the result of good governance, centred on the prosperity of her fellow citizens and the world wide influence of Germany. The Head of State wished that her next mandate will be an opportunity to further strengthen the existing cooperation and friendly ties between Germany and Cameroon.