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1980-09-24
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  1. “South Africa should have learned from the Rhodesian experience that a so-called internal solution excluding the national liberation movement is no solution. South Africa's illegal occupation of Namibia must be brought to an early end. 127. My country remains fully committed to supporting the ongoing efforts to achieve early implementation of the Security Council resolutions on Namibia. The United Nations offers us the instruments for securing, in a peaceful manner, the freedom and independence of the Namibian people. Denmark, for its part, is prepared to assist, on the practical level also, in the implementation of any agreement worked out within the framework of the United Nations. 128. As far as South Africa itself is concerned, we must reiterate our strong condemnation of the apartheid system.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  2. “At long last the people of Zimbabwe has been enabled to exercise its right of self-determination and to elect the Government in a democratic way. To Denmark, which has a long-standing tradition of active support for the elimination of colonialism and racial discrimination, this development is indeed most welcome. 126. Against this background, it is all the more regrettable that the negotiated settlement of the conflict in Namibia has not yet been implemented. The responsibility for this lies squarely with South Africa. In spite of its acceptance of the United Nations plan for free elections in Namibia, South Africa has obstructed and defied the decisions of the Security Council and the will of the international community as a whole.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  3. “Many of these problems can be solved only through concerted efforts by all our countries. Where do we find a body that is more suitable for such endeavours than the United Nations? In times of problems, crises and confrontations, we must use the world Organization more, not less. But, in making use of the unique machinery of the United Nations, we must adhere strictly to the purposes and principles of its Charter. We must, therefore—and I emphasize this—firmly reject all attempts to alter the all-important principle of universality of the United Nations. 125. In the midst of all the difficult old and new problems facing us, the most positive development during the past year has no doubt been the negotiated settlement of the conflict in Zimbabwe.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  4. “This is even more true of the growing gap between the rich and the poor nations of the world, the so-called North-South problem, which my Government regards as one of the most serious challenges to the international community in the years ahead. The solution of the North-South problem not only is a prerequisite for a more just world economic order but has a crucial bearing on the basic problem of international security and, in turn, on the safeguarding of world peace. Let me, finally, mention the suppression of democracy in various parts of the world and the mounting problems of refugees, hunger and ill- treatment of human beings. 124. I could mention many more problems giving cause for taking a pessimistic view of the current international situation.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  5. “The detention of American diplomats in Iran, in flagrant violation of international law, poses serious risks. The situation surrounding the grave and unacceptable invasion of Kampuchea by Vietnamese forces remains unchanged. South Africa's illegal occupation of Namibia and its abhorrent apartheid system continue to make the area one of the powder kegs of the world. Let me add that the reported military clashes between Iraqi and Iranian forces constitute a new element in the fragile world situation. Therefore we are relieved that the Secretary-General has taken steps to arrange for consultations within the framework of the Security Council. 123. The world-wide economic recession has become a critical factor.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  6. “Next, I wish to extend a most cordial welcome to Zimbabwe and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines as new Members of the United Nations family. Their presence here today offers proof that the world is, after all, still moving forward. 121. We need such proof, for in other respects the present world situation does not give much cause for optimism. In fact, the international situation at the opening of the thirty- fifth session is marked by a number of sinister problems and perspectives, politically and economically, which it will take our most strenuous and constructive efforts to cope with. 122. The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan represented a breach of fundamental principles. It recreated uncertainties which we had hoped belonged to the past. The continuing and growing tension in the Middle East constitutes a serious danger to peace.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)

  7. “Allow me first of all, Sir, to offer you my sincere congratulations on your election as President of the thirty-fifth session of the General Assembly of the United Nations. For my country, it is a special pleasure to welcome a distinguished representative of a neighbouring country with which we have the closest and most friendly relations bilaterally and within important regional organizations. I see your election, Mr. President, as an obvious recognition of your eminent personal qualifications and of the important contributions which for more than 30 years the Federal Republic of Germany has made to peace, reconciliation, co-operation and security among nations, especially in the context of East-West relations. 120.”

    1980-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 35 (1980)