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Turbay Ayala

THE RECORD WRITES THIS SPEAKER AS TURBAY AYALA

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1958-09-24

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1961-09-24

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un-general-debate

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1. “It often happens that in the name of peace we find ourselves in danger of becoming involved in disputes which can have the effect of impairing friendly relations between peoples. In the name of peace, congresses and conferences are held that constitute the best psychological preparation for war. Mankind is now watching the reckless progress of a feverish arms race conducted by the great Powers in the name of peace. The banner of peace has been raised in such contradictory causes that if we continue to act in this manner the day may come when the human race will destroy itself to an accompaniment of hymns and hosannas to peace. 4.”

   1958-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 13 (1958)

2. “1. I realize that the general debate is losing its first impetus, and that everything that can be said about world peace, as well as about matters of lesser importance, has already been said. As spokesman for Colombia I cannot claim that my speech will contain anything strikingly new. I shall confine myself to giving a brief account of my Government's views on certain aspects of international policy. 2. Colombia believes that the most effective way of serving the interests of peace is not merely to speak about its inestimable benefits, which in theory are recognized by all, but to take positive action to reach the desired goal. 3. The word "peace" must not continue to be used as a mask to cover other purposes and disguise the warlike intentions of certain States.”

   1958-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 13 (1958)