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“One such measure is the proposal of the Soviet Union for the conclusion of a convention on the prohibition of the use of nuclear weapons (A/6834). Our country will give its full support to the preparation and signing of such a convention. 101. It has been stressed more than once here that the process of national liberation of peoples, of disintegration of the colonial system and of the emergence and consolidation of a large number of independent States in Africa and Asia is one of the characteristic features of the contemporary development of mankind. However, it should be noted once again that this process is not yet concluded. Vast areas of the African continent, of South Arabia and of other parts of the world are still under colonial domination. In certain areas, the colonial forces are trying to unite and strengthen their positions.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“But it is quite clear that no agreement on this problem can be reached at the present time. In these circumstances, would it not be better, instead of insisting on a complete solution, which cannot be achieved for the time being, to be content with a partial but attainable solution. We believe that there can only be an affirmative answer to that question. The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons would mark the second step towards a decrease in the dangers of atomic armaments, the Treaty banning nuclear weapons tests, signed in Moscow in 1963, being the first. 100. In order to bring about this development, the General Assembly must examine and adopt certain measures in connexion with it.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It would be a new contribution by our Organization to the establishment of rules of conduct for States which would eliminate any form of aggression as an instrument of national policy. 98. One encouraging aspect of the present international situation, which is characterized by the lack of positive solutions to major international problems, is the presentation of identical draft treaties on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons to the Eighteen- Nation Committee on Disarmament in Geneva. This leads us to hope that we are not far from agreement on this problem. 99. However, some Governments have expressed their reservations in this regard owing to the fact that the treaty does not contain the final solution of the fundamental problem, namely, the prohibition and final elimination of nuclear weapons.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“However, propaganda and certain political figures are trying to reverse the roles so as to persuade public opinion that, even in the most obvious cases of aggression which we have witnessed, the aggressors are not those who have engaged in armed attacks, but rather the victims of such attack. 97. The aggressors are even seeking to benefit from the lack of a definition of aggression in order to make it more difficult to condemn them on political or moral grounds or to take collective measures against their acts of violence. In this connexion, our delegation considers that the proposal of the Soviet Government (A/6833) calling on the United Nations to expedite the drafting of a definition of aggression is most opportune, and we support it.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“These threats are aimed at preventing the development of the Cuban people along progressive lines and at creating an atmosphere of permanent tension and insecurity in the area in order to justify future intervention in the domestic affairs of the Cuban Republic. We must put an end to the provocations against Cuba and to the worsening of the situation in the Caribbean in order to prevent the danger of confrontations which would be fatal for peace from increasing in that area also. 96. I have touched on some aspects of the international situation, dwelling especially on the seats of conflict and tension, which are the direct consequence of violence and acts of aggression and which represent a very real danger for the peace of the world. Those responsible for all the acts of aggression which have led to these conflicts are well known.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Such a decision must be adopted by the present session as a matter of urgency. That would create the necessary conditions for calm, security and the free development of the whole of Korea. A real danger for peace in the Far East would thus be removed. 95. The campaign against the Cuban Republic has been intensified lately. New acts of provocation are being prepared against that country; pressure is being exerted on some States to compel them to break off their trade relations with Cuba; plans are being made to set up a total sea and air blockade, and voices are being raised advocating armed aggression against that country.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Our country attaches the utmost importance to the item on the agenda of the present session concerning the withdrawal of the United States and all other foreign forces occupying South Korea under the flag of the United Nations. 94. The solution of the Korean problem requires that the people of both the South and the North should be left to settle the problems of their unification and democratic development freely and without foreign interference. The General Assembly of the United Nations should therefore speak out in favour of the withdrawal of the United States troops from South Korea, of the prohibition of the use of the flag of the United Nations as a cover for the de facto occupation of South Korea by the United States, and of the dissolution of the so-called Commission for the Unification and Rehabilitation of Korea.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“That would be a genuine manifestation of the desire for peace and an important step towards the peaceful settlement of the problems of the Middle East, which would guarantee the continued existence and safety of all the States in that area. 92. In this connexion, I should like to emphasize that the suggestion of the Secretary-General, U Thant, to hold unofficial private meetings of the Security Council in which the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of member countries of the Council would participate, deserves special attention. However, if such meetings are to lead to constructive results, it is essential that they should be prepared thoroughly in advance and that the general lines of a solution to the questions discussed in the Council which would be acceptable to all should be mapped out. 93.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“All this goes to confirm that Israel is following a dangerous road leading to a further worsening of the crisis and is seriously threatening to cause new conflicts in that area. The last speech of Mr. Eban in this Assembly is the most recent official proof of Israel intransigence. 91. Although the problems of the Near East are complex and difficult, efforts to find an equitable solution must not be halted. The United Nations, and particularly the Security Council, can and must use every available means to achieve the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of Israel troops from the occupied Arab Territories.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Although victims of aggression, the United Arab Republic, Jordan and the other Arab countries have shown proof of their realistic and moderate attitude and favour the search for a Just political solution to the Near East crisis. The soundly-reasoned speech of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Republic confirmed that fact. The Governments of some of the non-Arab States have also made constructive proposals. Nevertheless, Israel continues to adhere to its extremist position and to reject all reasonable proposals such as that put forward by Yugoslavia, for instance, and stipulates unacceptable conditions which obviate any possibility of a peaceful settlement.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Scarcely a week ago, Mr. Eshkol announced a system of governmental measures intended to bring about the final incorporation of the occupied Arab Territories into the territory of Israel. The Foreign Minister of Israel claims that the demand for the unconditional withdrawal of Israel troops is historically unprecedented. However, neither the Arab peoples nor the peoples of other countries would agree to a solution which would in fact put a premium on aggression. The setting of such a precedent cannot be tolerated in the second half of the twentieth century. Israel must renounce its annexation of foreign territories. 90.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The presence of Israel troops on the left bank of the Suez Canal, which is the main reason for closing that important waterway to international shipping, in fact transforms the aggression of Israel against the Arab countries into an act of aggression against all States whose peaceful interests require free passage through the Canal, with the full agreement of the United Arab Republic. 89. Israel, far from seeking a peaceful and equitable settlement of the problems of the Near East, intends to prolong the situation which has been newly created in that part of the world as a result of its aggressive behaviour, a situation which neither the Arab peoples nor the international community can tolerate. There is talk of Israel's "natural borders". If we are to believe the Israel Prime Minister, the borders of Israel lie at the Suez Canal.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The People's Republic of Bulgaria, together with the other socialist countries, supports the heroic people of Viet-Nam in its fight against aggression. 87. The situation in the Middle East is another source of tension and a serious threat to world peace. The consequences of Israel aggression against the Arab countries have not been eliminated and the road to the peaceful settlement of problems in that area remains closed. 88. The aggression of Israel has been followed by the tragedy of military occupation and the suffering of the enslaved Arab population. More than a million and a half Palestinian refugees are living under conditions of extreme poverty, total insecurity and distress, Israel aggression and occupation are holding up the economic and social development of the Arab peoples.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Intensified military operations by the United States, accompanying or following such statements, confirm the fact that there has been no change in the policy of war escalation which the United States is pursuing in Viet-Nam, and that the United States is continuing to seek only a military solution to the Viet-Namese problem. This, in a nutshell, is the cause of the deadlock reached in the Viet-Namese problem. 86. The Viet-Namese people is fighting for a just cause in defence of its rights and existence. It cannot be vanquished and its aspiration to freedom and independence cannot be crushed by force of arms. In this legitimate struggle the Viet-Namese people enjoys the support of some staunch friends.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Goldberg, to reassure world public opinion as to the peaceful intentions of the United States in Viet-Nam hardly seem convincing. Once again, the statements made here in favour of a peaceful solution to the Viet-Namese problem flatly contradict other statements which have been made by American public figures who are no less authorized. The United States representative claims here that his Government is ready to seek a peaceful solution and that the United States is not trying to impose- any military solution on North Viet-Nam. At the same time, outside this hall, American statesmen are justifying the intensification of military operations and the bombing of the territory of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam and are expressing the opinion that this is an indispensable prerequisite for a United States victory on the battlefield.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“On 28 January of this year the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam stated: "If the United States really wishes to talk with us, it must first of all unconditionally halt the bombing and all the other acts of war against the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam." That position was once again confirmed quite recently by the Prime Minister of Viet-Nam, Pham Van Dong. Unfortunately the only response of the United States to the goodwill shown by the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam was to escalate the aerial bombardment. More than once the United States has, in this way, thwarted every possibility of negotiation for the settlement of the Viet-Namese problem. 85. In the light of these facts the efforts of the United States representative in the United Nations, Mr.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Peace cannot be established in Viet-Nam unless the United States recognizes, as other States have done, the rights and vital interests of the Viet-Namese people and leaves it alone, in complete freedom, to settle its own affairs. When the United States decides to act thus, it will be able to take steps to open up the way for negotiations aimed at finding a political solution to the problem of Viet-Nam on the basis of the 1954 Geneva Agreement. The first step would be a bombing halt over the territory of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam. The Government of the United States is well aware of the positive attitude of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam on this matter, as are the Governments of some of its allies. 84. Moreover, the Government of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam has expressed that view on several occasions.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Violations of the fundamental principles of international behaviour are spreading ever further afield from the main centre of aggression, thereby threatening to draw an increasing number of States into the war. 83. Consequently, the establishment of a lasting peace in Viet-Nam is one of the most urgent international problems. The aggression of the United States against the Viet-Namese people casts its shadow over the whole international scene and poisons relations between States, Both peoples and Governments are hoping for the immediate restoration of peace in Viet-Nam. The question is: how is this to be achieved? Should it be achieved by forcing the Viet-Namese people to capitulate? No one has the right to demand that from a people which has been struggling bravely for national liberation for several decades.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The war of the United States in Viet-Nam is the most obvious example of this. For ten years, and especially during the past three, one of the most powerful States in the world has been waging a devastating war against a small nation. This war is a flagrant violation of the principles of self-determination, of non-intervention in the domestic affairs of States, and of the freedom of every people to govern itself and determine its own social order. Respect for these principles is the only guarantee for the very existence of States, and especially of small States. By fire and sword, by force and duress, the United States wants to impose its own order and its own law on Viet-Nam, without heeding the rights or wishes of the Viet-Namese people.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Instead of decreasing, the dangers to world peace have increased considerably: the United States continues to escalate its aggression in Viet-Nam; Israel too, committed aggression against the Arab people last summer, the United States is aggravating the situation in the Caribbean area and hotbeds of conflict and trouble have been created in Africa. This march of events is dangerous for the freedom and security of peoples and for the independence and sovereignty of States. In this climate of ever-increasing tension and of open or latent conflict, some States are more and more frequently resorting to violence and intimidation in their relations with other States and are spurning more and more the principles of international law which mankind has elaborated in the course of its long and often painful history. 82.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Thanks to the participation of the Soviet Union — the first socialist State and one of the leading Powers in the anti-Hitlerite coalition — in the founding of the United Nations, these principles have found expression in the Charter of our Organization. The ideals of the October Revolution, which have been strengthened by the success of the socialist structure, are today still as attractive as ever and serve as an inspiration to peoples in their struggle for freedom, peace, equality and social progress. 81. We must admit once again that the international political situation has deteriorated during the past year.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Those ideals have also had a considerable influence on the theory and practice of contemporary international relations. They are principles which lay down the right of all peoples, great or small, to self- determination and independence, the equality of all peoples and States, the elimination of the exploitation of one people by another, and peaceful coexistence among countries with different social systems. These ideals have left their imprint on international political doctrines and institutions during the last few decades and still exert a favourable influence on the development of international relations.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“78. Comrade President, may I, on behalf of the delegation of the Peopled Republic of Bulgaria, congratulate you on your election to this important post, which is occupied for the first time by the representative of a socialist country. 79. Our pleasure is all the greater in that you represent a neighbouring people with whom we have had close ties of friendship for many years and with whom we share our aspirations for the building of a new life. 80. The twenty-second session of the General Assembly coincides with the fiftieth anniversary of the Great Socialist October Revolution, an event which strongly influenced the march of history and the destiny of mankind. The noble ideals proclaimed by the October Revolution have been successfully realized in the Soviet Union and in a large part of the world.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Our Government would welcome a decision on his part to continue to carry on his functions for another term of office. I should like to assure him that he can count, as in the past, on the support and co-operation of the Bulgarian Government.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Only then shall we be able to surmount the difficulties which are hampering the actions of the United Nations. In that connexion we appreciate the item placed on the agenda at the request of the Soviet Union on the implementation of the Declaration on the Inadmissibility of Intervention [agenda item 96] and the. item proposed by the Socialist Republic of Czechoslovakia entitled: "Strict observance of the prohibition of the threat or use of force in international relations and of the right of peoples to self-determination" [agenda item 92]. 142. I cannot conclude without expressing to our Secretary-General, Mr. Thant, the Bulgarian Government's deep appreciation and gratitude for the devoted efforts with which he has carried out his difficult and highly responsible mission.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The real causes of the difficulties of the United Nations and of the limitation of its role in international relations are to be found in the policy of violation of the principles of its Charter and of the standards of international law and in the non-execution of the Organization's decisions. Among these causes, the policy of intervention and aggression is of decisive importance because its harmful consequences hinder the proper functioning of the United Nations and paralyse its activity in numerous important spheres of international life. 141. There is only one way out of this situation: the uniting of all forces to put an end to the policy of interference and aggression, the creation of conditions for the consolidation of trust between peoples and the expansion of collaboration between them based on equal rights.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The majority in the Assembly is conscious of the serious nature of the problem and the urgent necessity of correcting this error. The General Assembly should take a decision accordingly. The sooner it does so the better. 139. The facts and problems 1 have outlined explain the concern caused by the role of the United Nations in questions of peace and friendly relations between States. This concern leads us to seek the reasons which are hindering the activity of the United Nations as a machinery for collective security and international co-operation. But these reasons should not be sought primarily in organizational weaknesses or in the financial difficulties of the United Nations which in this case play only a secondary part. 140.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“For seventeen years non-recognition of the legitimate rights of the People's Republic of China has been weighing on the United Nations and hampering the effectiveness of its actions. Nothing can Justify the adjournment from session to session, as a result of pressure and procedural subterfuges, of the problem of the restoration of the legitimate rights of the People's Republic of China in the United Nations. That country should long ago have taken its place in the United Nations as the only legitimate representative of the Chinese people as a whole, with all the consequences deriving therefrom both with regard to the status of the People's Republic of China in the United Nations and the removal of the Chiang Kai-shek clique from its seat.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“This duty is also incumbent on the international agencies and organizetions connected with the United Nations. However, some of these organizations are not only not coming to the assistance of the peoples struggling for their freedom, but are continuing to grant loans and economic assistance to Portugal and South Africa. We consider that the General Assembly must state its views on this activity which is contrary to the policy and decisions of the United Nations. 138. We well understand the Secretary-General, Mr. Thant, when he says that "The United Nations has not yet attained the goal of universality of membership" [see A/6301/Add.l, section X]. Despite the protests of many countries, our Organization committed at the time, under the pressure of the United States, a monumental error.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“It is therefore high time to adopt against the colonialist and racist regimes measures which should be obligatory for all States without exception, That is why the General Assembly should propose to the Security Council the adoption of effective decisions including the sanctions provided for in Chapter VII of the Charter, One of the most serious colonial problems on which the General Assembly has to take a decision at this session is that of South West Africa, Our delegation is prepared to support any proposal which would make it possible to ensure the freedom and independence of the people of that territory. 137. In order to eliminate the traces of colonialism as quickly as possible, our Organization and is Members must increase their moral and material a to the national liberation movements.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“As I mentioned at the beginning of my speech, the United Nations can be justly proud of the fact that since the adoption in 1960 of the historic declaration on decolonization, the General Assembly has taken several important decisions aimed at its application. The United Nations is supporting the struggle for national liberation, and its Members are bound to lend moral and material aid to national liberation movements. 136. Nevertheless, despite some positive steps In that direction, the peoples of Angola, Mozambique, so-called Portuguese Guinea, South West Africa and Southern Arabia are still under the colonial yoke. The racist regimes of South Africa and of the white minority which has usurped power in Southern Rhodesia are continuing to oppress the native peoples of those countries and deprive them of the most elementary rights.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In this connexion, we should like again to state our full support for the German Democratic Republic's request for admission to the United Nations [see A/6283]. A sovereign and peaceful country, following a consistent policy for the strengthening of European security and the development of international cooperation, the German Democratic Republic fulfils all the conditions laid down by the Charter for admission to the United Nations. 134. The Bulgarian Government also takes a positive attitude towards the admission of the Federal Republic of Germany, subject to certain reservations as to that country’s international policy. The simultaneous admission to the United Nations of the two German States would undoubtedly represent a contribution to the improving of the European political climate. 135.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In that connexion, we should like to mention the concrete proposals by the countries members of the Warsaw Treaty contained in the Declaration on Strengthening Peace and Security in Europe adopted on 5 July 1966 at Bucharest, which constitutes a constructive programme for the safeguard of peace and security in Europe. The Bulgarian Government is ready to take part in any proposals and to collaborate by all the means at its disposal In the achievement of this programme, and in the search for mutually acceptable ways conducive to the consolidation of peace in Europe. In its view, all European nations and Governments, all the forces of peace and progress should unite their efforts so that Europe may become a real factor for peace and mutual understanding in the world of today. 133.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Another positive fact is that despite many difficulties caused by certain imperialist circles, there is a trend in Europe not only towards economic cooperation but also towards the development of cultural, scientific, political and other relations between certain countries on the basis of equality and non-intervention in domestic affairs. These trends are an expression of the vital interests of the peoples of our continent and they are helping to improve East-West relations. In this field, the evolution in the Balkans is not the least important in Europe. The political situation in Europe naturally exercises a considerable influence on the world situation. Thus, all those who respect the principles of the United Nations Charter should not only welcome these trends but also help to consolidate them, 132.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The Government of Bulgaria, considering as of prime importance the speedy elimination of all obstacles to international trade and to scientific and technical collaboration is taking measures in accordance with the decisions and principles of the Conference. As a result, in recent years, our economic and trade relations, particularly with the developing countries, have continued to grow. 130. It is to be noted, however, that some countries in Western Europe have recently taken positive steps to expand their trade relations with the socialist countries. On our side, we have done all in our power and shall continue to act to that end in order to develop our economic relations with such countries on the basis of mutual profit and respect, 131.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“These countries are continuing to practise a policy of trade discrimination, making use of their economic relations to interfere in the domestic affairs of other peoples, raising economic barriers, in their tariff legislation and separating the most ordinary goods into "friendly" and "unfriendly" goods, thus establishing closed economic groups. 129. It will therefore be necessary at the second United Nations Conference On Trade and Development to take additional measures for the implementation of the recommendations of the first Conference so as to achieve more substantial progress in the field of international economic relations.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We also consider very important the two disquieting facts which he stressed in his speech, namely the international division of labour, established in the past by the colonial regime, which is now proving harmful to the recently liberated countries, and the deterioration of trade conditions in many countries and parts of the world. 128. The first United Nations Conference on Trade and Development tried to indicate means of overcoming the major obstacles to the extension and consolidation of economic ties between countries. However, the decisions and recommendations of this Conference have not been put into effect, chiefly through the fault of certain Western countries.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“By approaching the most pressing problems relating to the prevention of the nuclear danger, we should make it easier to proceed, along the path leading to the main objective, general and complete disarmament under international control. Its achievement would be a real guarantee for lasting peace and for the security of the world. 127. Our delegation shares the general opinion on the alarming nature of certain phenomena in the present world economic situation. We followed with Interest the ideas expressed at the 1414th meeting by the Foreign Minister of Senegal, Mr, Thiam, on some aspects of economic evolution in the developing countries, aspects which concern not only these countries.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“For that reason we do not think the United States draft can serve as a basis for the preparation of a treaty on non-proliferation. 125. The delegation of the People's Republic of Bulgaria will, at this session, support any initiative or idea which would enable us to emerge from the impasse which disarmament negotiations have reached. We think that the General Assembly can and must give an impulse to work in the field of disarmament and make it more effective. In that, connexion, I should like to draw attention to the constructive nature of the Soviet proposal concerning the renunciation by States of actions hampering the conclusion of an agreement on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons [agenda item 97] and support this proposal on behalf of the Bulgarian Government. 126.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The conclusion of a treaty to prevent the direct or indirect proliferation of nuclear weapons is of vital importance for safeguarding peace and the future of humanity. Such a treaty would be the first step towards limiting the nuclear weapons race. In accordance with resolution 2028 (XX), this treaty should be void of any loop-holes which might permit the proliferation of nuclear weapons. Unfortunately, the policy adopted by the United States on this problem has not so far made it possible for such an agreement to be signed. The United States draft treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons does not absolutely forbid nuclear Powers giving such weapons to non-nuclear States, such as the Federal Republic of Germany.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“An analysis of the facts leads to the conclusion that the chief reason is that at present the United States Government has no intention of undertaking disarmament measures or of contributing on a mutually acceptable basis to the solution of the complex problems of general and complete disarmament. On the contrary, it is continuing its policy of extending military actions and of continuing the armaments race, particularly in the field of nuclear weapons. If the United States was prepared to prove its goodwill, the Conference of the Eighteen-Nation Committee on Disarmament could reach some agreement, at least on partial measures, even within the framework of the present international situation. 124.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We must note with regret that since the twentieth session of the General Assembly, which adopted certain important resolutions on disarmament problems, no real progress has been made by the Conference of the Eighteen-Nation Committee on Disarmament held in Geneva, This year too, the Conference of the Eighteen-Nation Committee stated in its report to the General Assembly that no specific agreement had been reached either on questions of general and complete disarmament or on measures aimed at the lessening of international tension [see A/6390, para. 33]. That gives rise to justifiable anxiety and makes us speculate once more as to the reasons for the impasse reached by the negotiations in Geneva. 123.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“But bearing in mind the present state of the problem, and the position of the United States, which owns the largest number of such bases, in this respect, we should welcome even a partial settlement as a first step, The adoption of the proposed resolution [see A/6399] and above all its application by the States concerned would have a great influence on the final solution of the problem and would represent an important victory for the peaceful aspirations of peoples and of our Organization. 122.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Thus the dangerous consequences of the presence of military bases have rendered and continue to render their liquidation necessary; that would be a real proof of the sincere desire of the countries using these bases to contribute to the restoration of confidence and the improvement of friendly relations between peoples. This fact alone can have great importance for the strengthening of peace and security in the world. 121. Consequently, we consider very timely the inclusion in the agenda of the present session of the Soviet proposal relating to the elimination of foreign military bases in the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America [item 98], We should prefer the elimination of all bases throughout the whole world.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“It has been frequently emphasized from this rostrum that one of the main reasons for the tension and lack of confidence in international relations is the existence of foreign military bases on the territory of other countries, and that these bases are one of the most harmful manifestations of the policy of intervention in the domestic affairs of States. Many General Assembly resolutions — including resolutions 1514 (XV) and 2105 (XX) — have demonstrated, in various ways, the incompatibility of the existence of such bases with the basic principles of international relations. The military bases are points of support for an aggressive policy, present or future, threatening the independence and national interests of States, particularly of small countries and those which have been recently liberated.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The memorandum by the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea contains a constructive and realistic programme for the peaceful unification of the Korean people. It is with that aim that the socialist countries have proposed the inclusion in the agenda of the present session of the withdrawal of all United States and other foreign forces occupying South Korea under the flag of the United Nations and dissolution of the United Nations Commission for the Unification and Rehabilitation of Korea [item 93], We hope the General Assembly will give due attention to the consideration of this problem and will adopt decisions designed to put an end to an abnormal situation which is a danger to peace and in no way helps to enhance the prestige or credit of the United Nations. 120.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“When we consider the negative consequences of the policy of interference in the domestic affairs of States, we cannot pass over in silence the situation in South Korea which, in some respects, presents analogies with that in Viet-Nam. It is essential to eliminate the causes which might lead to the outbreak of a new conflict of the Viet-Namese type in the Far East. The presence of the United States armed forces in South Korea is the reason for the deterioration in the situation in that part of Asia. A final end must therefore be put to that presence. As the memorandum by the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea dated 21 July 1966 emphasizes: "The Korean question is a question of restoring the unity of the temporarily divided territory" [see A/6370].”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The policy of intervention in the domestic affairs of States is creating increasing political tension in other parts of the Indo-Chinese peninsula. The violations of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Cambodia and Laos, whose populations have been frequently subjected to attacks by the United States army, are a striking proof of this. 118. The same policy is manifested in the Dominican Republic and towards the brave Cuban people, who are the object of continual provocation on the part of the United States. However, despite the enormous power of imperialism, we are convinced that these peoples, who though small are determined to defend their independence, will be able to maintain their sovereignty and integrity and ensure for themselves a better future. 119.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Respect for the Geneva Agreement means in fact stopping the bombing and other acts of aggression against the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam, the withdrawal from South Viet-Nam of the armed forces of the United States and its allies and the recognition of the Viet-Namese people's right to settle its problems for itself in complete freedom. These are precisely the proposals of the Government of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam and of the National Liberation Front of South Viet-Nam, the only legitimate representative of the population of South Viet-Nam. The Government of the People's Republic of Bulgaria whole-heartedly supports these proposals, the only basis on which a solution for the Viet-Namese problem can be achieved. 117.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“To accept these Agreements means to respect and apply them strictly. But since 1954, the United States has continually violated the Agreements by establishing military bases and by sending for their aggressive purposes troops and weapons in ever-increasing number and quantity to South Viet-Nam, until we have reached today's tragic situation. 116. When the United States finally begins to respect the Geneva Agreements, perhaps it will understand that the solution of the Viet-Nam problem is possible and that it can make a constructive contribution to it.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)