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1. “One should recall here that the nine countries have publicly stated their concern over the illegal measures taken recently by the Government of Israel in the occupied territories, which will be the subject of a new item on the agenda of our Assembly. These measures are contrary to the basic principles which I have just set forth. Moreover, they constitute an additional obstacle in the process of negotiation which should lead to a peaceful solution. 57. Looking forward to peace negotiations, the nine countries reaffirm the concern they have expressed on many occasions that the parties to the conflict should refrain from making any statements or adopting any measures, administrative, legal, military or otherwise, which would constitute an obstacle to the process of peace. 58.”

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2. “In the context of an over-all settlement, Israel must be ready to recognize the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people; similarly, the Arab side must be ready to recognize the right of Israel to live in peace within secure and recognized boundaries. 55. Speaking practically, the nine countries are prepared to co-operate, to the extent desired by the interested parties, in the search for a general and definitive solution, and to implement this, notably through participation in the context of the United Nations in guarantees that they consider of the greatest importance for a general solution of the problems of the Middle East. 56.”

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3. “52. The nine countries also continue to believe that a solution to the conflict will not be possible unless the legitimate right of the Palestinian people to give effective expression to its national identity becomes a reality. This would take into account, of course, the need for a homeland for the Palestinian people. 53. It remains the firm view of the nine countries that all of these elements constitute an indivisible whole. 54. The nine countries consider that the representatives of the parties to the conflict, including the Palestinian people, must participate in the negotiations in an appropriate manner, to be worked out in consultation among all the parties concerned.”

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4. “We have close historical ties with these countries which are deepening in all fields of human endeavour. 51. With regard to the situation in the Middle East, over which the nine countries continue to be gravely concerned, we remain convinced, as a matter of principle, that any solution must be based on Security Council resolutions 242(1967) and 338 (1973), as we reaffirmed 29 June 1977, as well as on the following fundamental principles: first, acquisition of territory by force is unacceptable; secondly, Israel must end its occupation of territories it has held since the 1967 war; thirdly, the sovereignty, territorial integrity and the independence of each State in the region must be respected, as well as the right of each State in the region to live in peace within secure and recognized borders; fourthly, the establishment of a just and lasting peace must take account of the legitimate rights of the Palestinians.”

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5. “In co-operation with developing countries, they are determined to devote a progressively more important part of their efforts to programmes intended to satisfy the essential needs of man. In order that all developing countries benefit from this new orientation, the nine countries have also agreed to examine the size and the allocation of the aid to development with a view to increasing the volume and the effectiveness of the aid in the framework of an enlarged international effort. 49. At this point I would like to address myself to certain current situations which deserve the special attention of this Assembly. The problem of the Middle East will be the first that I will take up. 50. Anything that affects the stability and prosperity of the countries of Africa and the Middle East is of the greatest interest to the nine countries.”

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6. “In addition to this regional approach, the nine members of the European Community intend to act on a more global scale by co-operating with all the developing countries. Our system of generalized preferences is the first step in this direction. We reaffirm our will to achieve a structural improvement in the position of the developing countries in the world economy. 47. The Community is fully aware of its particular obligations. It will continue, to the extent of its means, to give aid in the form of food and materials to countries suffering from extreme poverty and to peoples afflicted by war and natural catastrophes. Its member States reaffirm their will to increase their aid to development effectively and substantially and better to balance their efforts in this respect. 48.”

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7. “The nations of the European Community have no intention of shirking their responsibilities, and they intend to play their proper role in the international community. The nine members of the European Community made their common views in this regard quite clear in the statement by the European Council issued on 17 July 1975. A copy of this declaration was sent to all the Members of the United Nations. 45. The nine States put their principles into practice in the Lome Convention by establishing a balanced framework for co-operation and by instituting a dialogue on a new basis with a number of African, Caribbean and Pacific countries. Much still needs to be done, but we are determined to continue along this path in order to find equitable solutions. 46.”

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8. “For 25 years now, certain countries of Western Europe have been trying to apply the lessons of history by establishing a durable peace among themselves and by creating the conditions necessary for the improvement of the well-being of their peoples. That is the goal which the European Community has set for itself. Little by little, co-operation among the members of the Community has been established and is continuing to grow. But this task would be insufficient if the European Community did not participate, as effectively as possible, in the safeguarding of peace in the world and in the struggle against underdevelopment. 44. Beyond ideological conflicts there must exist ways and means of conducting among nations fruitful dialogues that will bring nearer these two objectives which we consider essential.”

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9. “In view of the extraordinary range of cultures, traditions, races, religions, beliefs and ideologies that make up our international society, it is evident that only universal co-operation which unites all members of the international community can create the conditions of stability and well-being which are necessary for ensuring relations among our peoples based on mutual understanding and a common will to p. ct peace. This is the essential role of the United Nations. 42. I am very pleased, first, on behalf of the nine members of the European Community, to welcome two new Members into our midst: the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and the Republic of Djibouti. On this occasion I am pleased to convey my warmest congratulations to them. 43.”

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10. “39. Mr. President, chance and the rule of alphabetical order have led to a situation in which I am speaking to you today as the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Belgium, as President of the Council of Ministers of the European Community and as President of European political co-operation. In my first capacity I have the privilege of performing a particularly pleasant task: I should like to extend to you our heartiest congratulations on your election as President of the thirty-second General Assembly and to tell you how very pleased we are that you are presiding over this Assembly. 40. I should also like to assure the Secretary-General of our full support for his efforts in the service of the United Nations, and compliment him on the lucidity and conscientiousness with which he discharges his lofty responsibilities. 41.”

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