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“We believe that the veto should not be used for the purpose of blocking or preventing necessary measures to protect world peace and security or sanctions against flagrant violations of United Nations principles and decisions. 172. This situation has weakened the prestige of the United Nations and the value of its decisions in the eyes of the international community. Therefore, we urge that efforts be co-ordinated and proposals made to the enlarged Special Committee, which was reconvened by resolution 3499 (XXX) to review the Charter for the purpose of enhancing the ability of the United Nations to achieve its purpose. We call also for the amendment of the Charter to conform to the principle of the sovereign equality of States. 173.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“We consider it imperative that the role of the General Assembly in the maintenance of world peace and security be strengthened, in conformity with the principle of the sovereign equality of all Members of the international Organization, particularly as the maintenance of peace and security is of concern to all States, large and small. Important resolutions on vital matters threatening inter-national peace and security have been adopted by the General Assembly but have not been implemented, under the impression that they are not legally binding. When they were referred to the Security Council they were rejected by the use of the veto by a permanent member of the Council. 171.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“This Organization has proved in the last 31 years that it can stand against international difficulties and challenges and can adapt itself to the changes occurring in international relations; nevertheless, the ability of this Organization to enforce its resolutions is still limited. 169. We believe that 31 years after the establishment of this Organization a review should be made of its system and some amendments introduced, so as to adapt it to the changes that have occurred in the world and the developments in international relations in recent years. 170.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“If all States Members worked for the implementation of those resolutions the world would not have been exposed to crises and all peoples would have lived in progress and prosperity. This Organization has adopted resolutions by great majorities on disarmament, the prohibition of nuclear weapons, the question of the Middle East and the problem of Palestine, in addition to many others in the political and social fields. Such resolutions were adopted by great majorities; but the minority, which can play an effective part in solving many of the problems before us, was not prepared in many cases to implement those resolutions. 168. The United Nations is the greatest international institution which can contribute to the maintenance and strengthening of peace and security in the world.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The Conference made clear also the stand of its members on the situation in the Middle East, the questions of Palestine and Cyprus and problems in other parts of the world. It called for a special session of the General Assembly to be convened to review the question of disarmament and affirmed the support of its members for the declaration of the Indian Ocean as a zone of peace. 167. On the other hand, the United Nations faces many difficulties in other fields owing to the failure of some of its Members to secure the implementation of its resolutions and the non-existence of an efficient system or a genuine desire of some interested States to enforce the will of the international Organization. This Organization has adopted many resolutions on many matters of importance to the family of nations.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The Political Declaration of the Conference made it clear that the non-aligned movement symbolizes mankind's search for peace and security among nations and the determination to establish a new and equitable international economic, social and political order. It consistently upholds the principle of international co-operation as the basis for a secure world order and opposes the notion that confrontation is the proper course for the comity of nations. 166. The Political Declaration indicated the stand of the non-aligned countries as regards many of the matters before us at this session, such as detente, and their criticism of its non-implementation, their opposition to all forms of colonialism, to racism and racial discrimination in South Africa, Southern Rhodesia and Palestine.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“We hope also that States will not take unilateral actions before reaching the final agreement which we all seek; otherwise, any progress reached now in this respect would be wasted, and a valuable opportunity would be lost to mankind to regulate the exploitation of the resources of the sea for which we are now in great need. 164. It may be appropriate to refer to another important conference held this year at Colombo, Sri Lanka, between 16 and 19 August-the Fifth Summit Conference of Heads of State or Government of Non-Aligned Countries, of which we have the honor to be a member. 165. The Fifth Conference of the non-aligned countries issued a Political Declaration, an Economic Declaration, an Action Programme for Economic Co-operation, and political and economic resolutions [see AI31I197].”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The Conference started work without a draft agreement or any basis for such an agreement-as happens in many conferences. At first it relied on numerous and at times conflicting proposals submitted by many States. It was able at the third session, held at Geneva last year, to issue an informal single negotiating text. At its fourth session, held in New York last March, the Conference issued an informal revised negotiating text and started discussion on other subjects. 163. The views have been crystallized and the points of difference were concretised during the fifth session, which ended last month. It is hoped, therefore, that States will make more effort to narrow their differences and agree on a general system for the seas which would be to the benefit of all.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“On the other hand, circumstances require that an agreement be reached as soon as possible to forestall unilateral actions which may lead to disputes and confrontation among States that would undermine the political and economic stability which we all seek. The continuous increase in the population of the world -which is likely to double in a quarter of a century-requires that speedy action be taken to exploit the resources of the seas in an atmosphere of amity and understanding, so that the basic needs of food and energy may be met for present and future generations. 162. Opinions may differ on the extent of the real progress hitherto made by the Conference. There is no doubt, however, that some tangible progress has been made during the last five sessions.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“No State can do without the resources of the seas, whether it is naturally favored by lying on wide seas or is less fortunate by lying on narrow seas or being land-locked. The interests of States vary according to their geographical location, navigational interests, technical or financial capabilities. It appeared during the discussions in the Conference that no agreement can be reached on one objective without the other, and that the only way to reach a general and comprehensive agreement is by way of compromise in a package deal accepted by all States in general. 161. It is known also that the subjects before the Conference are numerous and complex, and enough time to study, discuss and settle them would be needed.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“It is regrettable that the fifth session of the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea ended here last month without reaching a general and comprehensive agreement on the law of the sea. It has been decided, therefore, to convene a sixth session in May of next year. It may be useful, however, to reflect on the difficulties which have stood in the way of reaching the agreement which we all seek, and th? progress which has hitherto been made. 160. It is well known that the seas cover almost two thirds of the surface of the earth; they are a principal source of food, energy and mineral resources and an essential means of transport and communication among States.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Among the priorities adopted by the Conference to which we should like to refer in particular are the call for the rehabilitation of expelled and homeless people who have been displaced by natural or man-made catastrophes, and especially by the act of foreign aggression, and the duty of all States to co-operate to guarantee that such people return to their homes and recover their properties and belongings without obstruction or interference. 158. We support the recommendation adopted by the Conference that the General Assembly should at this session request the Secretary-General to prepare and submit to the next session a report on the living conditions of the Palestinian people in the occupied territories. We believe that these principles and recommendations deserve attention and consideration. 159.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The Declaration and recommendations issued by the Conference contain principles and priorities for the establishment and location of human settlements, the protection of the environment and the satisfaction of the basic needs of all individuals in every country without discrimination, and other health, economic and social matters, for the purpose of improving the quality of life of human beings in general.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Programs have been laid down for economic and social co-operation, for development, food, population, the regulation of the exploitation of the resources of the seas and other matters. Many conferences have been held for this purpose under the auspices of the United Nations, and reference may be made to some of them in which we participated this year. 157. The United Nations Conference on Human Settlements was held at Vancouver, in Canada, last June, in accordance with the General Assembly resolution of 9 December of last year [resolution 3438 (XXX)]. The Conference issued "The Vancouver Declaration on Human Settlements" and recommendations for national action and international co-operation.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“As this report is before the General Assembly at this session, we call for its support and confirmation and for all necessary measures to be taken to implement it, for the General Assembly bears great historic responsibilities at this stage to restore peace and comfort to the area of the Middle East. 155. It has become clear that this Organization is the only instrument for understanding and co-operation among States and for finding solutions to the economic, social and political problems facing the world, provided that States Members have the true intention and desire to co-operate and are prepared to avoid selfishness and national fanaticism. 156. The importance of this Organization in creating an atmosphere of co-operation and understanding among States has become evident on many occasions.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“We believe that the plan proposed in the report to enable the Palestinian people to exercise their lawful rights in Palestine is pragmatic, as it takes into consideration the current situation in the Middle East. 154. It is regrettable that, in spite of the positive contents of the report, the Security Council was not able to take action upon it, because of the objection of a permanent member of the Council and its use of the veto. The report contains proposals and recommendations that go to the heart of the question of the Middle East, as we believe that any effort to solve this question without taking into consideration the lawful rights of the Palestinian people will never succeed.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The Security Council considered last June the report prepared by the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian people [A/31/35], which was convened under resolution 3376 (XXX) adopted by the General Assembly at the last session. The report, in our view, is good as a basis for finding a peaceful solution to the problem of Palestine. Although it does not contain all the matters we call for, yet it may be considered a positive step towards finding a sound basis for the solution of the problem of the Middle East in its entirety. As we see it, it is the least that the General Assembly should do to find a peaceful solution to the problem of Palestine.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“In our view, the solution of the problem of the Middle East is not confined to the conclusion of bilateral agreements between some countries in the area. The main problem is the question of Palestine and the Palestinian people and their entity and right in their land and heritage. The occupation of parts of the neighboring Arab States is no more than a result of the expansionist policy of Israel in the area. The solution of this problem lies in the complete withdrawal of Israel from the Arab lands occupied since 1967 and the return of the Palestinian people to their homes and granting them the right of self-determination, like any other people, through their representative, the Palestine Liberation Organization. 153.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Vorster, the Prime Minister of South Africa, from his recent visit to Israel. The aggression committed against Zambia last July and the role played by the forces of South Africa on the African continent are merely a reflection of the incessant aggressions waged by Israel against the neighboring Arab countries and the role it plays in the Middle East: both are part of the same racist policy of the two regimes. 152. I do not wish to recall the many resolutions passed by the United Nations for the solution of the Middle East question and the problem of Palestine, which Israel flatly rejected. The important thing now is to find a peaceful, just and acceptable solution which would restore security and peace to the region.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“This relationship between the two racist regimes has existed for many years past, in which it has taken various forms of military , economic, political and diplomatic co-operation. This has been made clear by the report of the Special Committee against Apartheid which is submitted to us at this session [AI31/22]. It also proves the correctness of our firm stand in support of General Assembly resolution 3379 (XXX) of the last session, which determined that Zionism was a form of racism and racial discrimination. 151. It is not a mere accident that bloody incidents recur in South Africa and cost hundreds of innocent lives of Africans, alongside the similar incidents which occur on the West Bank in Palestine, particularly every time the relation-ship is strengthened between the two countries, as happened after the return of Mr.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The bloody clashes which are taking place in Lebanon and. which have cost numerous lives are no more than a result of this critical situation in the Middle East. This policing role of Israel has extended to other parts of Africa. The attack launched recently on the sovereignty of Uganda and on its airport is only one aspect of its arrogance and trespassing on the sovereignty of others. 150. The extent of the relationship between the two racist regimes-the Zionist in Israel and apartheid in South Africa has recently become clear to all as a result of the strengthening of the military and economic ties between the two regimes. This was not new to us, as we had already drawn attention to it and warned many times of it in the past.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The bloody incidents which occurred in the occupied parts of Palestine, in the West Bank, Gaza and Galilee have shown the world that the Palestinian people are determined to get rid of Israeli domination and Zionist racist oppression and that they will accept no alternative to their land. Israel has tried to wipe out Palestine and the Palestinian people but it will never succeed. The Palestinian people within and outside the occupied territories are determined to survive and have decided to continue their struggle to recover their legitimate rights in Palestine. These rights have been confirmed by this Organization many times ever since Israel was created. 149. None the less, Israel continues its aggression against the neighboring Arab countries and its rule of the occupied territories, and plays a policing role in the area.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“It took military and political measures in all the occupied areas to strengthen its existence there, against the resolutions passed by the General Assembly and the Security Council to solve the longstanding crisis. The policy adopted by Israel in the Middle East is the greatest threat to peace and security in the area. The danger of war will persist as long as Israel continues its aggressive policy. 147. This Organization bears the responsibility for this situation by having originally adopted the resolution for the partition of Palestine. States also bear this responsibility when they support Israel by military and material aid and in its violation of the resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly. 148.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Whereas imperialism has collapsed in many parts of the world, the Middle East has been afflicted with something more disastrous: namely, settler racist imperialism, which is one of the cruelest forms, of injustice in history, where the land of the people of Palestine was usurped by force and they were expelled from it by brute force at the hands of foreign invaders who had come to establish a racist regime supported by imperialism. 146. As if this were not sufficient, Israel occupied in June 1967 the remaining parts of Palestine and other neighboring Arab lands. That was not the result of accidental war but part of the expansionist Zionist policy in the Middle East. In the years following the aggression of June 1967 Israel requisitioned Arab lands in occupied Palestine, expelled their owners and changed the landmarks of the country.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“The question of the Middle East, including the problem of Palestine, is one of the most important and complex problems facing this Organization, considering that the Organization bears a great responsibility with regard to this problem, which emerged when the Organization adopted the resolution for the partition of Palestine in November 1947 [resolution 181 (II)]. Since that time the area of the Middle East has not known security or stability.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“In Southern Rhodesia, the white minority Government continues to exploit the people of Zimbabwe, oppress them and deprive them of their legitimate national rights, in spite of warnings and repeated calls to give those people the opportunity to participate in the administration of their country in accordance with the principle of majority rule. We support the efforts being made these days to persuade the Government of Southern Rhodesia to change its racist policy and establish a democratic and just administration without discrimination as to race or color, and we hope that this will be done peacefully to avoid bloodshed and safeguard world peace and security. 145.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Against this situation we reiterate what we called for in the past, namely, that a complete blockade be imposed on the supply to the Government of South Africa of arms and military equipment, and that States which assist that Government should stop their military and economic support, in conformity with the resolutions adopted by the United Nations in this respect; that efforts should be increased to put pressure, by all means, on the Government of South Africa to abandon its colonization or disguised domination of Namibia and to give that country complete independence under the supervision of the United Nations, and to relinquish its abhorred policy of apartheid in South Africa. 144.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“We believe that it is the duty of this Organization to do its utmost to terminate the imperialism of South Africa in Namibia and to frustrate its plans to partition that country and impose its rule there through a minority that does not represent the people for the purpose of perpetuating its domination over the country and of exploiting its resources. We should like to express on this occasion our appreciation for all the efforts made by the United Nations Council for Namibia to secure the independence of the people of that country. 143.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Last July, the forces of South Africa crossed the frontiers of the Republic of Zambia and destroyed some of its villages and killed some civilians there. Today we .reiterate that the policy of military support given by some States will drive the military racist authorities of South Africa to commit incessant aggressions against the people of other neighboring States in Africa. 141. The bloody incidents that occurred in recent times in South Africa indicate that citizens there flatly reject the existing racist regime and look forward to living in a society that guarantees them their rights as nationals and safeguards their human dignity, as enjoyed by other people. 142.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“This is due to the unnatural conditions prevailing in some parts of the world where racial discrimination and colonialist and Zionist greed prevail, as is the case in South Africa, Namibia, Palestine and-Rhodesia. 140. For years the United Nations has warned the racist authorities of South Africa of the consequences of their continuous occupation of Namibia and their racist policy in South Africa. They have not heeded or paid attention to such warnings, relying on moral support and military and material aid given to them by some Western States and by Israel. Last year we criticized those States which were supplying the Government of South Africa with military and material aid, and warned that such support would drive the racist authorities to trespass on their neighbors in southern Africa. What we have expected has happened.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“In this respect, I should commend the work done in recent years by the Special Committee on the Situation with regard to the Implementation of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples for increasing the momentum of the movement for the independence of small nations in the world. 138. The world has become smaller owing to the tremendous technological advances in communications and in other fields. It is regrettable, however, that in this Organization we have not come further from what we were or nearer to what we seek to do. The most important objective of this Organization is to lead the people of the world to greater understanding and harmony. 139.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Last year a number of States which had obtained their independence after long struggle joined the Organization. I welcome the presence among us in this hall this year of the delegation of Seychelles, and congratulate, in the name of Bahrain, the people and Government of Seychelles on their independence and admission to this Organization. At the same time, I do hope strongly that all States possessed with the qualifications contained in the Charter will join the Organization. 136. I am fully confident that the day will come soon when we will see all the peoples of Africa and other peoples in the world who still thirst for freedom and independence taking their place among us in this Organization. 137.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“On this occasion, I should mention with all appreciation the efforts and remarkable diligence exercised by the Secretary-General, Mr. Kurt Waldheim, for strengthening the role of the United Nations in all fields. The report which he has submitted at this session [A/31/1 and Add.l] shows the importance of the responsibility assumed by him for finding stable international conditions in which security, peace and prosperity prevail. 135. The international Organization is passing through, its thirty-first year with its universality strengthened by the increase of its Members to almost threefold what they were when it was established in 1945. Each year the Organization gives one proof after another of its universality and durability against challenges and obstacles.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“Mr. President, it gives me great pleasure at the outset to offer Ambassador Amerasinghe the congratulations of the delegation of Bahrain on his election to the presidency of the thirty-first session of the General Assembly. His wide knowledge and experience as an able statesman and diplomat has qualified him for this high office. I am fully confident that, with his wide experience in presiding over our deliberations, we shall reach valuable results, to the benefit of man and of progress. 133. I commend also on this occasion the efforts of his predecessor, the President of the thirtieth session, Mr. Gaston Thorn, the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, for the competence which he showed at the last session, which produced positive results. 134.”
1976-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 31 (1976)
“It is my pleasure in this respect to express my thanks to the Secretary-General for the constructive role he played in this crisis, and compliment him for the valuable efforts he has made in the service of the cause of peace in the world. 128. In conclusion, it is my hope that this session will succeed in attaining the goal we all seek -a world society in which peace, security and progress will prevail.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“126. We view with great concern the occurrence of bloody events in Cyprus, which has suffered and still suffers from instability and the loss of innocent lives. The Middle East area, at the same time, is affected by what happens now in the island. We believe in the right of nations to self-determination and are concerned mainly to see that the freedom and independence of Cyprus is maintained. The threat of confrontation or \var in Cyprus, in our neighborhood, is a matter which deserves attention and quick action by the United Nations to contain these events. All interested parties should view the matter in a perspective that accords and fits in with the security and peace of the people of the area as a whole. 127.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“This leads us to view with increasing concern some of the recent steps and developments in the area of the Middle East. I mean, particularly, the race for possession of nuclear weapons by some people in the area, with the assistance of the great nuclear Powers. Such steps are a threat to the peace and security of the area, which has been the victim of traditional wars during the current century and which still suffers them. The stockpiling, production and development of nuclear weapons is, first, a threat to the peace and security of the people of the area, and, second, a threat to world peace and a direct threat to human civilization and the aspirations of people for peace and for building their economy and civilization. Bahrain, therefore, supports the proposal submitted by Iran to declare the Middle East a nuclear-free area [A19693].”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The failure of the Conference to reach an agreement and formulate rules for the exploitation of the resources of the seas and oceans, and their utilization for the good of the human race as a while, is regrettable. It is hoped that such a failure will be transitory and that a universal and comprehensive agreement in this respect will be reached in the forthcoming session to be held in Geneva. 125. At the twenty-eighth session we supported the draft resolution concerning the declaration of the Indian Ocean as a zone of peace which became resolution 3080 (XXVIII). Such support arises primarily from our desire to protect the region from the devastation of a destructive war and to protect cur people from confrontations which are not in the interests of humanity or of the people of the region.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“Divergences of views and stands arose only later, when the details were discussed. This should not give rise to pessimism, considering the importance and complexities of the issues discussed and their effects on the economy of all States, particularly that of the developing countries. It is necessary for the success of the negotiations and the arrival at a fruitful and acceptable result at the forthcoming session of the Conference that such divergent views be reconsidered and that an attempt be made to narrow them down. It is not in the interest of anybody that the situation should remain as it is, as that may lead to conflicts and disputes over the resources of the sea and undermine the hopes we all entertain at present for the promotion of international economic co-operation. 124.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The second session of the Third Conference on the Law of the Sea, held in Caracas, was the result of efforts made to regulate the exploitation of the resources of the high seas for the benefit of mankind as a whole and to eliminate the causes of friction between States arising from the exploitation of their natural sea resources. We look forward to a continuation of the efforts to solve the pressing problems in this field. 123. In the early days of the Conference, a spirit of compromise and understanding prevailed which enabled the Conference to formulate its rules of procedure by consensus within the prescribed time. During the general debate was almost a general consensus with regard to the main principles of some of the topics on the agenda of the Conference.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“I am pleased to refer in this connexion to the decision taken by our Organization to establish the Economic Commission for Western Asia. It is an important and fruitful step, which reflects, at the same time, an understanding of the fact that some international standards and values are changing in favor of developing countries. The decisions and recommendations passed by the Committee are, in our view, the first step for such countries on a long journey towards catching up with the progress and development long since reached by many countries in the world. 122.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“It is not the intention of such a celebration to harp on what we have achieved in this respect, but to find out what we have not achieved and what we should achieve to catch up with many countries of the world in this space age. 120. Our emphasis on the importance of industry and its development and the building of our national economy on a sound basis has led Us, in conjunction with sister Arab States, to open an Arab-European dialog through the Common Market to the benefit of all parties. We look forward to more aid and expert knowledge from the United Nations, the specialized agencies and the advanced countries in this field. Our country is responsive to all efforts for the development of the world and the progress of the human race. 121.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The State, in co-operation with the UNDP and its subregional Office in Bahrain, is proceeding quickly with various development activities in the agricultural, health and educational fields. Bahrain is very keen to develop and strengthen its economy in accordance with its plans to build a strong economy and to establish a proper standard of living for its people. 119. For us, as a developing country, our celebration of World Development Information Day this year is not a routine celebration. It is a celebration to probe the means to industrial and agricultural development and meet the many challenges that face small countries like ours.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The State of Bahrain has provided many facilities as regards taxes and the establishment of an atmosphere of stability for Such companies. In pursuit of this policy, the State of Bahrain, which is now building its economy and developing its resources, has embarked on a scheme of industrialization as a first step towards achieving both commercial and industrial development and progress. 118. In addition, the State of Bahrain pays special attention to agricultural projects and the extension of the cultivable areas of land in the country. It has allocated large amounts of money to the installation of a big desalination plan and the increase of electric power.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The United Nations will celebrate on 24 October this year World Development Information Day. Bahrain will participate in the celebration, as it attaches great importance to such an occasion for two reasons: first, because it is a developing country planning for the future through the development of its resources and the building up of its economy, and, secondly, because it is trying to follow up the process of development and to create a prosperous society in the country and for its people. 117. The development projects, which the State of Bahrain has started to implement are based on the principle of a free economy. This has encouraged many companies and international investors to operate and establish their business in the country.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“We therefore support the view calling for "the initiation of a constructive dialog, within the United Nations, among countries which produce basic raw materials, for the purpose of laying down a clear policy to avert the danger that mankind may one day face an acute shortage of food and energy. 115. We should understand that the standards which existed until the early 1970s and which favored the industrialized countries and the monopolistic interests of the world are now changing to give the initiative to the countries which own the sources of energy and raw materials. Without realizing and accepting this fact, it will be difficult for a developed world and a poor and destitute world to coexist. Both worlds are of the same man and on the same planet, which belongs to us all and whose riches we should all equally share. 116..”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“It is illogical to consider the prices of foodstuffs and basic raw materials without including the price of oil. When we speak about prices we should refer to the prices of all food and basic materials, including oil, and compare the increase in their prices as a whole. I would like, therefore, to refer again to the view which we expounded during the special session. 113. In order to stabilize world trade, oil and all other raw materials, as well as commodities and manufactures from the developed world, should be matched by an index reference, so that all items can have their intrinsic value relative to each other maintained. Prices of particular items of trade, such as oil, wheat, coffee, sugar, iron and copper, could then be adjusted by reference to the general level of prices in order to maintain the value of the particular item. 114.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“As I said at the sixth special session, the price of a barrel of oil was $US 2.10 in 1952, yet by 1971, nearly 20 years later, the price had come down to only $US 1.80. The exploiting companies started to increase production unreasonably, which brought about inflation in the exporting countries and an excess of currency liquidity. 111. To lay down a policy for the production of oil by producing countries means to us only one thing, irrespective of what others may say: it means that those countries have started to plan for the future and to lay the foundations for a self-sustained economy to support their development. 112. We have heard much during this session about the increase hi the price of oil. In fact, such increase has come as a natural result of the increase in the prices of basic materials.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The developing and producing nations, which constitute the majority of the population of the world, need, more than others, to utilize their resources in order to raise the standards of living and promote the progress of human beings who have been dispossessed for many centuries past as a result of the rule and exploitation of foreign forces. 110. There are many countries, including my own, which depend essentially on one natural resource, namely oil, as do most countries in the Gulf. Since the early 1950s the natural resources of the third world have been exploited in an odious manner. The prices of raw materials were very low and the cost of manufactured goods was a great deal higher. The only beneficiaries were the industrialized countries.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The move made by some advanced countries early this year with the aim of continuing to take advantage of the underdevelopment of raw-materials producing countries and exploiting the resources of developing countries for the benefit and well-being of their own peoples did not succeed, owing to the growth of awareness and solidarity among the producing countries and their determination to utilize the resources of the land for the good of humanity as a whole, as distinct from the individual selfish interests that prevailed in the past. • 109.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)