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ABDEL MEGŲID

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first: 1978-09-24
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“The formulation of a coordinated plan of action for the international community in the 1990s aimed at resolving the economic and social problems facing the peoples of the world is needed. Power is not the best means of establishing peace and security. The best means is, rather, removal of the motives that lead to war, the supremacy of political rationality; making peace a life-style for our peoples. For this reason we should step up our support for the United Nations to enable it to increase its positive contributions. We should act together in solidarity and shared responsibility - Politically, economically and socially - so that we can come closer to a more humanitarian world that would instill in mankind faith in itself and its creative power to forge a better future and a brighter tomorrow.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The destiny of the future world will be a common one: progress for all retrogression for all. There is a dire need for all countries to engage in serious and comprehensive negotiations aimed at improving world economic conditions. Serious dialogue through multilateral co-operation has proved its usefulness, and the results of the seventh session of the united Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) testify to that. In this connection, the Egyptian delegation to the second regular session of the Economic and Social Council last July took the initiative of calling for the convening of a special session of the General Assembly to be devoted to discussion of the world economic and social situation and the means of promoting development and international economic co-operation.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“African countries have made tremendous efforts to implement the United Nations Programme of Action for African Economic Recovery and Development 1986-1990. Despite those efforts the economic situation has not appreciably improved, for reasons beyond Africa's control. In view of the internationalization of economic life, the interrelation of interests and the increasing interdependence of the countries of the world, both rich and poor, economic issues and the problems of the developing countries make it necessary for the industrialized countries to view the problems of developing countries from a different perspective. Such perspective should be based on the concept of mutual interests, equity and collective responsibility, thus allowing for a healthy development of economic relations in the interest of all parties.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The increasing debt and debt-service burdens and the unfavourable external and internal conditions resulting from the decline in commodity prices, together with the burdens of tackling problems of underdevelopment, have led many developing countries to cut their imports and suspend some development programmes. Consequently, living standards have deteriorated and austerity measures have had to be adopted, with increasing social and economic risks and consequences that threaten social and political stability in most of those countries. I wish to refer in particular to the critical economic situation in Africa. The impact of the adverse international economic environment on the efforts of African countries to achieve economic recovery and development has been shattering.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“Referring to social development, I must express our appreciation of the constructive contribution of the united Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in the field of cultural development and the preservation of the ancient historical heritage of Egypt, in particular the revival of the library of Alexandria as an Egyptian and international cultural edifice. The current world economic situation remains a source of deep concern, in view of the difficult conditions through which most countries are passing. However, because of their special conditions, the effects of that situation have been more adverse to and painful for the developing countries.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“A number of Egyptians and others involved in the various aspects of child medical care and legal protection will participate in that congress, so that the widest support of public opinion may be mustered for the draft United Nations convention on the rights of the child. I should like to refer here to the establishment of the Arab Council for Childhood and Development, which makes every effort to create better conditions for the bringing up of Arab children and to develop methods of control over the implementation of laws relating to children in the Arab world. Egypt has been elected vice-president of that Council. Egypt calls for the early preparation of the international convention on the rights of the child so that it may be adopted next year on the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“As we approach the fortieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights it behooves us to recall that Egypt has been at the forefront in signing or acceding to most international conventions and instruments relating to human rights and in honouring the obligations arising there from. This attitude echoes our conviction that the human being is the target of peace, stability and development, which cannot be attained without his efforts and which enhance his feeling of dignity and his sense of freedom. Egypt also attaches great importance to the issues of childhood and maternity and has therefore set up the National Council for Childhood and Maternity, which will hold a national congress at Alexandria in November 1988 in collaboration with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and a number of its regional offices.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“Thus, the ruling by the international arbitration panel in Geneva on the Taba problem on 29 September 1988 - that is, yesterday - encourages resort to the principles of international law and commitment to the noble principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. We are gratified that the ruling of the arbitration panel has confirmed that Taba is an Egyptian territory that falls under Egyptian sovereignty and that the legal and historical documents and evidence provided by Egypt have been proved authentic. I am confident that speedy implementation, in good faith, of that ruling would lead to results that would transcend the disputed issue and improve the political climate in the region, thereby facilitating more positive developments.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The extent of commitment to this principle reflects the level of international maturity in the practice and organization of relations between States through breaking stalemates and seeking solutions to such disputes. In this regard I wish to refer particularly to the agreement between Egypt and Israel on 11 September 1986 to resort to international obligatory arbitration in order to resolve the dispute that came up regarding some international boundary posts between Egypt and Palestine - under the Mandate - in what came to be known as the Taba problem.. The two par ties had agreed on the terms of arbitration in accordance with the provisions of the Charter, in particular Article 33, which urges the par ties to a dispute to seek its resolution through one of the methods mentioned therein.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“I am pleased to avail myself of this opportunity to congratulate the united Nations on the occasion of the conferring of the Nobel Peace Prize on the United Nations peace-keeping operations in recognition of the growing and effective role of those operations in various parts of the world. Since the international community has expressed satisfaction at the increasing role of the United Nations in the settlement of regional problems, it is necessary to emphasize once again that that role emanates from one of the fundamental principles of its Charter, namely, the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes. This principle is one of the most firmly established methods for the establishment of peace.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“We also hope that the prevailing spirit of settlement will include the Korean problem in accordance with the des ire of the Korean people for the unification of the Korean peninsula. The recent positive developments in respect of a number of regional problems have demonstrated that the United Nations can play an important and efficient role in the settlement of regional disputes if enabled to do so. We therefore appeal to Member States to help extricate this Organization from its financial crisis so that it may be able to continue assuming its role as an effective tool for the realization of justice, solidarity and peace in accordance with the provisions of its Charter.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The problem of Kampuchea is witnessing genuine endeavours to achieve its independence and territorial integrity and sovereignty as well as a just solution that would ensure self-determination for its people, free from foreign intervention. There is also a forward movement on the issue of Cyprus under the aegis of the united Nations. This positive development leads us to look forward to a future in which agreement is reached on preserving the unity and territorial integrity of Cyprus within a federal non-aligned state, where all people and all communities enjoy equal rights. We hope that the emerging dialogue between the President of Cyprus and the leader of the Turkish Cypriot community will constitute a positive step in that direction.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“As regards north-west Africa, we welcome the developments towards peace on the question of western Sahara in the past few weeks. We believe that the proposals of the Secretary-General and his constructive efforts towards a settlement - so long as they are accepted by the parties - represent a great advance. We look forward to the implementation of those proposals and to the achievement of further progress towards the resolution of this question, which has long been causing concern for the international community, the Arab world and the African countries. At the same time, a number of other regional problems have been benefiting from this positive climate.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The African continent has recently observed the silver jubilee of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which has been rich in accomplishments despite all the difficulties: Positive developments have recently taken place, giving a glimmer of hope that the heroic people of Namibia would soon be able to gain their independence under the leadership of the South west Africa People's Organization (SWAPO), their sole, legitimate representative and that the territorial integrity of Angola would be preserved and respected. We wish to reiterate our support for the heroic people of South Africa under the leadership of their national liberation movements and their leader, Nelson Mandela. We also call on the international community to continue shouldering its responsibilities for eliminating the abominable policy of apartheid.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“However, these positive developments should not distract us from the fact that a genuine and definitive solution to the problem of Afghanistan will not be forthcoming unless its people are enabled to choose their government freely and independently and unless its refugees are repatriated and a halt to foreign intervention is achieved.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“The United Nations and its secretary-General have played an effective role in bridging the gap between the viewpoints of the different parties, thus facilitating the signing of the Geneva Accords relating to the situation in Afghanistan. These Accords have moved the problem into a new and brighter perspective after all the untold suffering sustained by the valiant Afghan people who had engaged in an historic struggle. In this context we wish to welcome the Soviet decision to withdraw from Afghanistan and its declared intention of complying fully with this decision.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“As for the plight of the brotherly Lebanese people, the regional parties interfering in their affairs still refuse to admit that regional ambitions, the narrow political outlook and attempts by alien parties to impose control over Lebanon will not achieve genuine peace for any party. Eventually it will be the Lebanese people themselves who will pay the price and sustain the loss. we appeal to all our brothers in Lebanon, irrespective of their creeds, confessions or positions, to place the interest of the people and the unity, integrity and security of their country above any other consideration. The Situation in Afghanistan has passed through positive developments during the present year.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“While appreciating the efforts of the United Nations to bring about a peaceful settlement of this dispute, we express the hope that Iran will substantiate its good faith. It's appreciation of the exigencies of the present situation, as has already been demonstrated by Iraq, would accelerate efforts towards a just and honourable settlement of the dispute and an early establishment of peace and stability, thus allowing the States and peoples of the region to 1ive in peace and to harness their human and economic resources for reconstruction and development in the interest of all peoples of the region.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“In this regard, Egypt has been working persistently for the establishment of a nuclear-weapon-free zone in the Middle East. We hope that this objective will be achieved at the earliest possible date. Turning to the situation in the Gulf, we observe that the Iraq-Iran conflict, after eight years of war, has entered a new phase in which all parties recognize that political settlement and serious negotiations are the only means of achieving security and justice in that region. The mere acceptance of security Council resolution 598 (1987) by the parties and the halt to military operations do not in themselves mean the end of conflict and the advent of peace. Rather, good faith and serious efforts are necessary requirements.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“If our strategic goal, as I have mentioned, is to reach a lasting and just settlement of the Palestinian problem, which would ensure security and stability in the Middle East, we are equally aware that the introduction of nuclear weapons or the threat of their introduction into the Middle East would create serious imbalances with grave consequences to security and stability in the region. Therefore we call on Israel once again from this rostrum to renounce the nuclear-weapon option, to accede to the Treaty on the Non-proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and to subject all its nuclear facilities to the safeguard system of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Such a decision would certainly boost confidence and advance the drive towards peace.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“In this respect, I wish to welcome the statements of Palestinian officials at the highest level which emphasize the willingness of the PLO to negotiate a peaceful and lasting solution of the Palestinian problem, as well as the willingness for a mutual and simultaneous recognition of Israel. This development, which reflects a sound understanding of the situation and its exigencies, deserves every encouragement. I also wish to take this opportunity to commend the peace-loving forces in Israel on their efforts for the achievement of a lasting and just settlement.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“We believe that this principle is a sine qua non for the whole resolution and is central to ensuring its implementation and to the establishment of a comprehensive and lasting peace which would not entail a recurrence of the dispute in future. Refusal to face the facts, failure to admit the inherent nature of the conflict, persistent disregard of the Palestinian people and their legitimate representatives and disregard of the national rights of those people, foremost among which is their right to self-determination - all these will keep this conflict unresolved and will lead to far-reaching consequences in the region. It is high time the various parties took historic and courageous decisions in order to overcome the obstacles to peace.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“In this context, we welcome the United States approach based on the political rights of the Palestinian people and on the principle of "land for peace", both of which were reaffirmed in the initiative of the united States Secretary of state, Mr. Shultz, in April 1988 and again at the tripartite meeting attended by President Reagan of the United States on the 26th of the current month. These principles conform to the provisions of the United Nations Charter and to the security Council resolutions, foremost among which is resolution 242 (1967), which confirms the principle of the inadmissibility of the acquisition of territory through war.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“All parties concerned, includin9 the PLO, the sole, legitimate representative of the Palestinian people, as well as the permanent members of the Security Council, are to participate at that conference, thus allowing direct negotiations between the parties, with the aim of reaching a lasting settlement of the Palestinian problem and putting an end to the regional tension in the Middle East, which threatens international peace and security. International support for the convening of the international conference has undoubtedly become one of the basic tenets on which Arab and international political and diplomatic action to resolve the Palestinian problem is based. There is also a general international consensus on holding such a conference at the earliest possible time.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“Both the Jordanian and the Palestinian parties have reiterated their determination and commitment to pursue their co-operation and intensify their consultations. Such a decision is triggered by the exigencies of the situation and by the unity of their objective, namely, the ending of the Israeli occupation within the framework of a comprehensive, lasting and just settlement based on the norms and principles of international legitimacy. Guided by this noble goal, Egypt has called for the convening of an international conference on peace in the Middle East under the auspices of the United Nations.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“These acts include expatriation, administrative detention without trial, imprisonment, confiscation of property, the blowing up of houses, torture, the closing down of schools and universities and the freezing of labour unions' activities. They further contravene the rules of I international law and the Geneva conventions and human rights. Such acts are strongly condemned by Egypt, as they have been by the entire international community. The decision of King Hussein of Jordan last July to sever legal and administrative links with the West Bank was aimed at fostering the representative status of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in implementation of the prime responsibility for the occupied Palestinian territories.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“In recent years the Palestine question has witnessed attempts to impose a fait accompli and to entrench the Israeli occupation. Nevertheless, the Palestinian uprising - the intifadah - has defied all forms of suppression and coercion. The heroic Palestinian people, in their firm belief in their just cause, have succeeded in imposing recognition of "their existence and in gaining world-wide support for their legitimate national rights. The Palestinian people have thus made it impossible to return to the pre-uprising conditions. So the escalating acts of repression perpetrated by the Israeli occupation forces are futile.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“countries with different social and political regimes and to enhancing the There are a number of indications which testify to the importance of this opportunities for their contribution to the world economy. It would further assist the approach towards positive development, as is evident from the encouraging signs that several international and regional problems may be resolved. However, other problems are still in abeyance. In the Middle East, the resolution of the Palestinian problem still faces persistent obstacles as a result of the intransigence of some parties and the rigidity of their positions. This state of affairs has led the Middle East region to lag behind other regions which have begun to proceed steadily towards just and lasting solutions.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“A few weeks ago, the Foreign Ministers of the non-aligned countries met in Cyprus to review and assess developments in the international situation, particularly the recent indications of the advent of a new era of detente between the two super-Powers, a new era different from that which had prevailed in the 1970s. This new era represents a more advanced phase towards positive peaceful co-existence. If allowed to maintain its momentum and to expand its scope, it would create a favorable political climate conducive to general and complete disarmament, both of nuclear weapons and of other weapons of mass destruction. Such a new era could also be conducive to strengthening co-operation between the approach towards the peaceful settlement of several international problems.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“It gives me great pleasure that Mr. Dante Caputo has been elected President of the forty-third session of the United Nations General Assembly. We are all the more pleased to see as President a person who comes from a friendly country, Argentina, and from a sisterly continent, Latin America. His renowned wisdom and vast experience will certainly enrich the performance of the General Assembly. We are confident that the current session will constitute an important landmark on the path of international progress. By the same token, I wish to pay a tribute to his predecessor, Mr. Peter Florin, Deputy Foreign Minister of the friendly German Democratic Republic, for his wise guidance of the proceedings of the forty-second session and the third Special session devoted to disarmament.”
1988-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 43 (1988)
“May the rays of hope dissipate feelings of despair and the world leave behind the setting sun of the twentieth century and on solid ground forge ahead in a new spirit to welcome the rising sun of the next century, so that humanity may enjoy an era of peace security, stability and prosperity.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“The Egyptian political scene is now characterized by pluralism of opinion and freedom of political and intellectual expression under the umbrella of the Constitution and the rule of law that treat the ruler and the ruled on an equal footing, supported by an independent judiciary system that ensures justice and applies the law. The Egyptian people will soon embark cm a new and glorious phase of democratic development when they elect their President through a free public referendum, in a climate of freedom and stability, coupled with their aspirations for development, progress and peace. I have dwelt on the great hopes we entertain in our constant pursuit of justice and morality, progress and advancement. I have also spoken of the difficulties and perils hindering out drive.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“Since January 1982 Egypt has ratified the following instruments: the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights; the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights; the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid; the Convention against Torture; the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women and the African Charter of Human and People's Rights. Egypt's ratification of those instruments was not mere form devoid of content? Hot was it simply an attempt to go along with the wishes of the international community. Rather, it was the reflection of a wide-ranging and profound democratic development experienced by Egypt and enjoyed by its people.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“Another example is the Palestinian people, which have been denied the right to self-determination and whose basic rights are violated under occupation - rights bestowed on them by their Creator and emphasized in various international pacts. Egypt has always been in the forefront of countries that advocate respect for human rights and the rights of peoples. Egypt made an outstanding contribution to the formulation of the International Declaration on Human Rights. In the past six years Egypt, under President Mubarak, has made substantial progress in the field of respect for human rights. During this period Egypt ratified six international instruments related to respect for human rights in various spheres, and they have become part of our legal system.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“The United Nations was established to maintain peace among nations and preserve their freedom and independence. From the beginning, it realized that the freedom of nations is essentially based on the freedom of individuals. It was equally aware that violation of the freedom of citizens in their own countries was an extension of a policy which was heedless of law and morality in international relations. Thus the International Declaration on Human Rights represented a moral obligation which transcended borders and restrictions and made the protection of man's rights and freedom a preoccupation of the international community and of humanity at large. Nothing is more outrageous than aggression against human rights which denies the rights of entire peoples, as is the case with regard to the policy of apartheid in South Africa.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“We therefore must take serious action in order to cope with those conditions and resolve those problems at the earliest possible time. Against this bleak picture, there are some indications offering a flicker of hope that logic may be sought and wisdom resorted to in coping with those vital and urgent economic issues. Such indications were demonstrated mainly in the Final Act adopted by consensus at UNCTAD VII voicing the determination of all participating parties, developed and developing alike, to assume their responsibilities and honour their obligations in tackling this crushing crisis. Such an attitude deserves our encouragement, coupled with a reaffirmation by all of us of our obligations as contained in the Final Act of UNCTAD VII.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“As President Mohammed Hosni Mubarak said in his address before the seventh session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UKCTAD), the debt problem "has reached serious proportions that cannot be ignored, threatening grave consequences unless the international community, debtors and creditors alike, take effective action". In addition to the debt problem, there are the issues of deterioration in terms of trade, the fall in commodity prices, reduced official development assistance flows, high interest rates, fluctuations of exchange rates and the net transfer of resources from developing to developed countries. The international economic crisis has placed the developing countries in general, and the African countries in particular, before grave challenges. It has condemned their peoples to live under arduous conditions.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“We hope that the recent agreement will culminate in a durable settlement putting an end to tension and enabling the peoples of the region to forge ahead to an era of co-operation and development under the banner of democracy. As the decade of the 1980s draws to a close, it is observed that the accomplishments of the international community in the field of economic relations have been so disappointing that some tend to call it "the lost development decade". The international economic crisis has reached immense proportions.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“In the same spirit, we reiterate that Egypt views respect for Kampuchea's independence as an important element for stability in South-East Asia. As for Central America, Egypt welcomed the agreement reached recently among the States of the region. We also support the efforts of the Contadora Group and Support Groups to achieve peace and stability in Central America. Egypt reiterates its call for respect for good-neighbourliness and for existing frontiers among all the countries of the region} non-interference in their internal affairs·, preservation of the rights, interests and aspirations of the peoples of the region and refraining from policies of provocation and counter-attempts at polarization.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“As regards Afghanistan, we fully support the efforts of the Secretary-General to arrive at a just settlement of the Afghan problem. Such a settlement of the problem, while respecting Afghanistan's independence, should be based on the withdrawal of all foreign troops from its territory, putting an end to interference in its internal affairs and ensuring its non-alignment. In this context Egypt supports all serious initiatives calling for the early withdrawal of foreign troops and the restoration of peace and stability to the brotherly people of Afghanistan. On Korea, we reaffirm our sympathy with, and support for, the legitimate aspirations of the Koreas for a peaceful reunification of the Korean peninsula and the attainment of stability and security in the area. We invite them to engage in a serious dialogue towards that end.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“On the threshold of the twenty-first century, there is no alternative before us but squarely to face the problems that hinder the march of peace, co-operation and development. If we state that the Middle East and southern Africa are hotbeds of bitter struggle between obsolete concepts and forward-looking prospects, we cannot, however, ignore other problems that afflict various regions, such as the problem of Cyprus in the Mediterranean, that of Afghanistan in south-west Asia, Korea in East Asia, Kampuchea in South-East Asia and other problems in Central America. As for Cyprus, there is no alternative to a solution that takes into consideration the inalienable and legitimate rights of all Cypriots on an equal footing in the interest of preserving the unity of the island, its independence, territorial integrity and non-aligned status.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“Egypt also calls for the support of the front-line States against threats and aggression. Egypt appeals to the Security Council to shoulder its responsibilities towards the peoples of southern African in order to enable them to lead a dignified life like all other free and independent peoples. The Security Council should make full use of all its powers, including the imposition of sanctions against that inhuman regime. In this regard, I wish to mention the positive development in Western public opinion and in the attitude of Western countries towards the abominable racist policies of the South African Government, an attitude which heightens the isolation of that regime and hastens its downfall.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“There is no doubt that the scandalous and shameless endeavours by the South African Government, whether through the so-called constitutional reforms or through resort to aggression and military blackmail against neighbouring African States, are acts of hooliganism, which deserve rejection and condemnation. Guided by its African responsibilities and in evidence of its solidarity with its brotherly Africans, Egypt reiterates that it stands firmly and unwaveringly behind the people of South Africa in their struggle for their human and indigenous right to equality and freedom, it also supports the legitimate struggle of the people of Namibia, under the leadership of their legitimate, authentic representative, the South West Africa People's Organization, until they gain full independence.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“Egypt's return to active participation in the work of the Organization of the Islamic Conference has been a propitious occasion for it to co-ordinate its efforts with those of sister Islamic nations in taking a firm stand against the challenges facing the Islamic world and the dangers to which it is exposed. The deteriorating situation in which our African brothers in southern Africa are living under the yoke of the racist policies of the Pretoria regime, and the persistence of that regime in illegally occupying Namibia in disregard of the aspirations of its people and their right to self-determination and independence, all warrant profound concern and constitute a flagrant defiance of the will of all peace-loving peoples.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“That affiliation is essentially a belief in the message of Islam, which advocates that human beings are equal, that there is no preference for an Arab over a non-Arab or for a black over a white except on the basis of piety, and that there can be no duress in religion or opinion. Islam is a heavenly message of justice and peace; a call for righteousness and benevolence} a mode of freedom and democracy. It is regrettable and disheartening that the Islamic world is turned into a scene of sanguinary strife between some of its States and that it witnesses attempts to distort the image of Islam, flagrantly and untruthfully clothing it in violence and bigotry, as was demonstrated in the recent incidents in Holy Mecca.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“In this regard, we wish to pay a tribute to the non-aligned countries for their enlightened awareness of, their firm commitment to, and their success, in preserving the genuine principles of non-alignment despite pressure and difficulties. Such an attitude was best demonstrated during the summit meetings of non-aligned countries at New Delhi in 1983 and at Harare in 1986, If the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries is the political expression of third world countries, the Group of 77 is an expression of the hopes and aspirations of the developing countries for a more equitable international economic order. It is also an endeavour to confirm and consolidate co-operation and collective self-reliance among developing countries. Egypt has an authentic affiliation to the Islamic world.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“The Movement represents a political expression by third world countries of their incessant struggle for freedom and independence. It is also a positive contribution to the maintenance of international peace and the alleviation of tensions. In view of its historical responsibility as one of the founding members of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, Egypt finds it imperative to preserve the concepts and principles on which the Movement is based. It also considers it essential to take a firm stand against all claims towards extremism and exaggeration which tend to divert the Movement from its original path and sublime principles.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“As the issue of terrorism is included in the agenda of the current session, I wish to take this opportunity to reiterate Egypt's view that it is imperative to tackle the phenomenon of terrorism in all its aspects and guises, its causes and roots should be traced with a view to concluding a comprehensive treaty that would fill the loopholes existing in international instruments which seek to deal with some aspects of this problem· Countries that have not acceded to existing agreements should be invited to do so as soon as possible and to incorporate the provisions of these agreements in their domestic legislation, taking due account of the right of peoples and recognized liberation movements to their national struggle for freedom and independence· The principles on which the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries was based are still relevant and valid.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“Recently, terrorist activities have been rampant and have expanded to encompass locations dear to our heart and, at the same time# sacred places which enjoy sanctity and command the reverence of hundreds of millions of people throughout the world· These incidents have indicated that the threat of terrorism is still lurking and that it attacks when an opportunity presents itself· It also exceeds all limits when we loosen our grip or when we are beguiled into entertaining good intentions.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)
“I also wish to emphasize that we consider the security of our brothers in the Gulf States as part and parcel of Egypt's security· The international community is at present confronted with a serious phenomenon which brushes aside all values recognized and cherished by the civilized community and threatens its peace and security· The spate of violence and terrorism does not constitute a material threat to the safety of individuals and peoples as much as it represents a grave ideological trend that makes the use of violence both a means and an end, rejects pluralism of opinions, and bars free dialogue and constructive coexistence.”
1987-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 42 (1987)