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first: 1967-09-24
most recent: 1974-09-24
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“It is my conviction that the prevailing spirit of detente between the superPowers will be further extended to cover the politico-economic relationship between the developed and the developing worlds. Global peace cannot endure in the midst of affluence for the few and poverty and penury for the many, and it behooves us all to rededicate ourselves to the search for solutions to the vexatious problems confronting the international community.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“We remain confident that in the present circumstances the continued efforts of the United Nations under its noble Charter represent a fountain of hope. The tenets of the common heritage of mankind, the equal sovereignty of all states and peoples, and the peaceful, orderly settlement of disputes, if given full rein, will surely bring peace, progress and prosperity to all. It is in this context that the Gambian delegation welcomes and supports the proposal, put forward by Morocco [2249th meeting, para 204] and Mauritania [2251st meeting, para. 162], that the problem of Spanish Sahara be referred to the International Court of Justice. 285. Finally, I should like to register my Government's support for the untiring efforts that are being made to usher in a new era of international peace and understanding.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“There is also the situation among the developing countries: the coastal vis-a-vis the landlocked and other geographically disadvantaged States. It is therefore the view of my delegation that, with regard to the proposed exclusive economic zones, the only sensible and realistic approach would be to adopt the OAU Declaration on the Law of the Sea adopted by the Council of Ministers of the OAU at its twenty first session, held at Addis Ababa in May 1973, and at its twenty-third session, held at Mogadiscio in June of this year. This Declaration not only recognizes the sovereignty of the coastal States over the proposed exclusive economic zones and all their resources but will also allow the full participation in the exploitation of the living resources of the zones by neighboring landlocked and other geographically disadvantaged States. 284.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“My delegation regrets this attitude, but hopes that when the Conference resumes its work in Geneva next spring the rightful aspirations of the developing countries for a balanced and just regime for the exploitation of the resources of the seas and oceans beyond territorial limits will be matched by the appropriate political will of the rich, technologically advanced and privileged nations. If these hopes are fulfilled, the result would then augur handsomely for peace, justice, and the orderly exploitation of the resources of the global sea and for the equitable sharing of the proceeds for the benefit of all mankind. 283. The problems of the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea, however, do not rest here.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“Thus, we attached a great deal of hope to the deliberations and outcome of the Caracas Conference. The reports we have received so far on the work of the Conference have given us cause for guarded and cautious optimism. I regret to say, however, and without prejudice to the positive achievements of the Conference, that we have been persuaded to suspect that noble and well-intended declarations made at the Assembly were not given full practical effect at the Caracas Conference. It is the view of my delegation that the rich industrial and technologically advanced nations, which for so long dominated the world and commanded its resources, aimed at maintaining at Caracas a virtual status quo between the rich and the poor countries, thus serving to perpetuate the domination of the disadvantaged by the rich and powerful.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“In Caracas, a little over a month ago, the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea adjourned its work at the end of a 10 week session. I am pleased to reiterate our sentiments of admiration and gratitude to the friendly Government and people of the Republic of Venezuela for the warm hospitality, solicitude and attention which characterized the stay of our delegation in that country. 282. The Gambia is a developing country, dependent predominantly on an agrarian economy and under difficult constraints of Sahelian soil and unfavorable climatic conditions over the last few years. Nevertheless, my Government continues to ensure that the resources available to support our dense population and to provide for its material progress and protection are utilized to the full.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“That increase, which has no doubt resulted from the drought, has compounded our problems of procuring food, precipitated land problems relating to settlement and farming, and put an immense strain on our social and medical facilities. While friendly countries have been responsive to the critical and urgent needs of our drought stricken populations, continued and intensified international effort will be needed for the foreseeable future if those populations are to be brought back on the road to recovery. The drought conditions in certain parts of the world today must be regarded as a global problem, thereby strengthening the sense of solidarity and genuine good will that is required if we are to meet the challenge of such natural calamities. 281.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The consequences of a persistent fall in export earnings, coupled with soaring prices for imported commodities, could be disastrous for the economies of many of us. 279. The Gambia, along with the other members of the SudanoSahelian subregion and other parts of Africa, has been facing for the past few years the problems of severe and prolonged drought conditions. In the Gambia, annual rainfall has decreased to an alarming extent over the past three years. This has resulted in reduced yields in some parts of the country and complete crop failure in others. 280. While local food production has drastically decreased, it has been revealed by our recent population census that approximately 10 per cent of the population are nonGambians, representing a rapid increase in migrants from surrounding countries over the last three years.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“For the developing countries it would appear that aid will have to be accompanied by a disproportionate amount of high-quality technical assistance, to execute rather than to advise. Emergency aid must also go hand in hand with broad development efforts. Such development efforts, if immediate, will have to be based on inadequate data, with relatively high risks. But for many of us poorer nations it is that or nothing. 278. On the question of inflation, it is unfortunate that in the industrialized countries this phenomenon is not only showing signs of gaining renewed strength but may well be accompanied by a sharp slowdown of economic activity -in other words a general recession in the industrialized world.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“When the sixth special session convened, thanks to the farsighted vision of the President of the great country which the President of this Assembly represents, there was a glimmer of hope that at last the consciences of Member States had been awakened to the array of grave economic and social problems which threaten the very existence of the third world. It was expected that this would impel the developed world to demonstrate a greater moral and political commitment to the realization of our development goals. Despite those hopes, the international monetary crisis, imported inflation, the deterioration in the terms of trade and aid, and prevalent drought conditions continue to pose grave problems to the third world. No one will deny that the least developed countries are having to bail out fast in order merely to keep afloat.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“In referring briefly to the situation in the Middle East, I would again call for a speedy solution to the problems of that area. The present state of uneasy peace in that part of the world should not divert our attention from the necessity for Israel to withdraw from ail occupied Arab lands, and to respect and restore the rights of the Palestinian people. A people cannot be forcibly ejected from its territory and be expected to acquiesce in the illegal and immoral acquisition of that territory. So long as the basic cause of the conflict in the Middle East -the forcible ejection of the Palestinians -remains, the region will continue to be a hotbed of hostilities, war and destruction. 277.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“It is sincerely to be hoped that the leaders in South Africa will see reason before it is too late. Similarly, the racist regime of Ian Smith in Rhodesia should take stock of the situation and come to honorable terms with the African majority, to avert a holocaust. 275. The international community has a heavy responsibility in ensuring that the fundamental rights of peoples everywhere are respected. Enslaved and oppressed peoples will always fight to assert their freedom and their rights. The theater of hostilities could therefore shift from IndoChina and the Middle East to southern Africa. My Government accordingly believes that the struggle against racism and oppression is a global responsibility which no Member of the United Nations can escape. 276.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“The recognition of the inalienable rights of the peoples of those territories to freedom and self-determination has not been achieved without much suffering and sacrifice. But the suffering and sacrifice have not been in vain. It is to be hoped that the United Nations and its specialized agencies will in due course rally to the call of those countries for assistance in the difficult task of nation building. 274. The freedom and independence of Angola and Mozambique will, of course, create a new situation in the southern part of Africa. The struggle against the bastion of racial repression, apartheid South Africa, is bound to be intensified and a confrontation between black and white appears to be inevitable unless South Africa changes its apartheid policy in time.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“More needs to be done to find lasting solutions to those problems; and while the search for such solutions goes on, let us not forget the plight of the least developed countries, which are the hardest hit of all. 272. In these days, when war has become so costly and destructive, so terrible in its impact and so unpredictable in its results, it is incredible that Members of the Organization still resort to it to settle their disputes. My Government is totally opposed to the threat or use of force for the settlement of disputes, believing as it does that in the United Nations we have the machinery for the peaceful settlement of differences among nations. 273. We welcome the change in attitude evinced by the new regime in Portugal towards the liberation of the Portuguese territories in Africa.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“270. The recent sixth special session of the Assembly, which met to discuss raw materials and economic development, demonstrated the growing concern with which those problems are viewed. The United Nations has a vital role to play, not only in ensuring world peace and security, but also in redressing the present inequitable world economic system. In effect, the two things are inseparable, for without doing the latter we cannot succeed in the former. 271. The developing countries are struggling to build up their economies with a view to improving the standard of living of their people; but inequitable terms of trade, imported inflation and, recently , the energy crisis are together neutralizing all efforts in that direction.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“We sincerely hope that timely assistance by the world community will enable the brave people of Honduras to surmount their present difficulties and that life will soon return to normal in that great country. 269. I should like to reiterate here today the abounding faith which the Republic of the Gambia places in the United Nations for achieving, maintaining and guaranteeing global peace. At the same time we realize that world peace is hard to attain without freedom and justice for all. But freedom and justice cannot be realized in an international economic system fraught with inequities, exploitation and indifference. We therefore believe that the present world economic system needs to be drastically restructured to reflect the aspirations and expectations of the vast majority of mankind, particularly the peoples of the developing world.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“I am certain that our two small but determined countries will continue to cooperate in every field for the advancement of our peoples and for the maintenance of peace and justice. As we welcome GuineaBissau to the United Nations, we cannot help but express our hope that very soap Angola and Mozambique will also take their rightful place in the community of nations. 267. I also wish to welcome Grenada and Bangladesh, two sister countries in our great Commonwealth, and look forward to closer relations and positive cooperation between our countries and peoples for creative works of peace and progress for all mankind. 268. We extend our deep sympathy to the Government and people of Honduras in the disaster which has brought distress and suffering to that country.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“Kurt Waldheim, whom we had the pleasure of welcoming in the Gambia earlier this year, for his unswerving dedication to the principles and purposes of the Charter and his constant and untiring efforts for peace and justice throughout the world. 266. It is with great satisfaction that my delegation welcomes the admission of three new Members to the Organization during this session. Considering the close proximity between the Gambia and GuineaBissau, and the affinity and complete solidarity between our peoples, I take particular pleasure in welcoming the Republic of GuineaBissau. Throughout their struggle for freedom and national sovereignty, we have always stood by our valiant brothers and neighbors.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“We are fully confident that with his experience and background, and his total dedication to peace, freedom and justice, his term of office as President of this august Assembly will be crowned with success. 264. May I also pay tribute to and congratulate his distinguished predecessor in office, Mr. Leopoldo Benites of Ecuador, for the efficient and successful manner in which he directed the work of the twenty eighth session of the General Assembly as well as the historic sixth special session. 265. On behalf of my Government, I would also wish to pay tribute to our able and distinguished Secretary General, Mr.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“It is indeed a pleasure and a privilege for me to take this opportunity to join all those colleagues who have spoken before me to express the deep satisfaction and sense of fulfillment which we all share in Ambassador Bouteflika's assumption of the high and responsible office of the presidency of the twenty-ninth session of the General Assembly. His unanimous election is a clear testimony to the high personal regard, esteem and confidence which he enjoys in the Assembly, as well as the recognition of the great respect and consideration which we all have for his great country and people. We are proud indeed of the leading role which Algeria, a sister African country, has always played and continues to play with tenacity and devotion in the cause of freedom, justice and peace for all mankind.”
1974-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 29 (1974)
“I reiterate here today my country's undiminished faith in the United Nations and all that it stands for, and I pledge anew the Gambia's unqualified support for and co-operation in the work of this great Organization.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“When my Prime Minister had the privilege of addressing this Assembly on the occasion of my country's admission to this Organization in 1965 [1332nd meeting], he remarked that the United Nations was yearly becoming a more potent force for the maintenance of world peace and suggested that everything should be done to maintain and further strengthen its efficacy as an instrument for the improvement of the lot of mankind. It was in that spirit that he pledged the Gambia's support for any cause which this Organization may decide to make its own and which aimed at furthering the uniqueness and the value of the individual In the common humanity of all peoples. 192.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We question the equity of applying to the Gambia a minimum rate which was fixed for countries several times larger and richer. Our representations have met with some success in the Organization of African Unity and in the Commonwealth organizations of which we are members. I hope that they will be taken in good part here, thus enabling the Gambia to continue to play its part and to discharge its obligations in the comity of nations. 190. I cannot end this statement without paying a special tribute to our Secretary-General, U Thant, for the eminent services he has given and continues to give to this Organization and to the whole world by his dedication to the ideals of our Charter and his untiring efforts in the settlement of international disputes. 191.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Besides living in peace and co-operating with its neighbours, my country will continue to support the United Nations. I must say, however, that effective support will depend on whether or not we shall be able to afford continued membership of this Organization. At the level at which the Gambia is assessed for contributions, this is, to say the least, doubtful. We have made repeated representations, not only to this Organization, but also to the Organization of African Unity and to various Commonwealth organizations, about the rates at which the Gambia is assessed for contributions to these organizations. We strongly feel that these scales and rates are based on data and criteria which do not take into account the circumstances of small unendowed countries like the Gambia.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“To us this simply means freedom to decide on issues according to our conscience, without external influence. We strongly believe in African unity and its potentialities for the achievement of world peace. We also believe in regional co-operation. This has been amply demonstrated by the conclusion, in April of this year, of a Treaty of Association between my Government and the neighbouring Republic of Senegal. The Treaty, which provides for annual meetings of Heads of Government, and for the setting up of a permanent secretariat to service an Inter-State Ministerial Committee which will be the main organ of co-operation, is a testimony of the will of the people of Senegal and the Gambia to face their common problems together. 189.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“As regards Nigeria, although the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federation must be respected, and the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other States recognized, my Government feels that the situation has reached a stage where the possibility of some form of international mediation should be explored. 187. The presence of foreign mercenaries on Congolese territory constitutes a threat and an affront to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. All assistance should be given to the Government in Kinshasa to remove this threat. 188. I should like to say a few words about my country's foreign policy. Recognizing the importance of the individual State In the collective search for peace, the Government of the Gambia pursues a policy of non-alignment.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The problem is made more serious by the fact that the primary production countries suffer from the effects of a continuous deterioration in the terms of trade. 185. It is evident from all this that this Organization is persevering — and to a great extent succeeding — in its efforts to make this planet of ours a better place to live in. Whilst the record could have been bettered, there is no denying that once again the prophets of doom have been proved wrong. This is not to say that there is cause for complacency. The situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where foreign mercenaries are threatening the sovereignty of the country, and that in Nigeria, threatened by secession and disintegration, need to be meditated. There are lessons in these, I am sure, for all of us. 186.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The ever-widening gap between the rich and advanced nations on the one hand and the developing countries on the other, the deterioration in the terms of exchange and trade between these countries are matters which call for urgent examination and positive solutions at the instance of the world body. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development has a special duty here. My Government feels that the United Nations must encourage interest in the economic relations between the developed industrial nations and the developing primary production countries in the field of aid. At a time when the need for such aid is growing, it is saddening to note that the volume of assistance from donor countries is on the decline.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“In the event, this was not to be, but my Government has not given up hope that in the end reason will prevail over emotion and that peace and security will come back to the peoples of the Middle East. 184. The United Nations Development Programme, which now combines the Special Fund and the Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance, continues to make a vital contribution towards improving the economies of the developing countries. The newly formed United Nations Industrial Development Organization also holds great promise for accelerated industrial development in the developing countries.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Although, as events proved, the United Nations was unable to prevent the confrontation, this Organization once again proved its usefulness by quickly bringing about a cease-fire. Both in the Security Council and in the fifth emergency special session of the General Assembly it was not possible to devise a solution acceptable to both sides. My Government's stand on this problem is dictated by its respect for two principles enunciated and accepted by this Organization: the peaceful settlement of disputes and the recognition and protection of the sovereignty and independence of Member States. My delegation's concern during the difficult and protracted debate on this situation was to help arrive at a solution, both equitable and acceptable, which would restore peace and harmony in this part of the world.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Nevertheless, we shall not support any resolution which calls for the admission of the People's Republic of China on. the one hand and the expulsion of the Republic of China on the other. 182. My Government is convinced that the Viet-Nam problem is one that does not lend itself to a military solution. Only a political solution can bring peace back to the unfortunate and long-suffering people of this troubled area. It is a matter for regret that so far all attempts to get the parties to the dispute to negotiate have failed. My Government feels that efforts should be pursued to bring the parties to the conference table. 183. In spite of all the efforts deployed by this Organization to prevent a confrontation, hostilities again broke out between Israel and the Arab countries on 5 June last.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It is time that the British Government considered other means of ending the rebellion in Rhodesia, either on its own or by concerted action with the United Nations. 181. The admission of the People's Republic of China into the United Nations has been debated in this Assembly for many years now. We support those who feel that the People's Republic of China's record of aggression and interference in the domestic affairs of other States and its open flouting of the Charter and aims of the United Nations hardly qualify it for membership of this world body. But in the quest for world peace, the Gambia Government would not oppose the admission of the People's Republic of China, as it holds the view that there is enough room at the United Nations for the two Chinas.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The Gambia's position in regard to the Rhodesian problem is clear and constant. Whilst maintaining that it is the primary responsibility of the British Government to bring down the rebel regime of Ian Smith, to restore legality and to prepare the way for independence under majority rule, my Government has always held the view that the use of force must not be ruled out. We recognize, however, the difficulties and dangers which armed intervention in Rhodesia might pose, not only for Britain but more particularly also for Rhodesia's neighbours. The Gambia has loyally co-operated in the application of mandatory sanctions, but it is evident now that these have failed to achieve the desired effect.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The failure, or rather the refusal, of the Portuguese Government to comply with previous Security Council and General Assembly resolutions calling for its recognition of the rights of the peoples under its administration to self-determination and independence, the acts of repression daily being committed against our brothers in Portuguese-dominated Territories and the numerous violations by Portuguese troops of the territorial integrity of independent African countries adjacent to Portuguese-held territory, constitute a serious and permanent threat to international peace and security. As in South Africa, this situation calls for energetic and concerted action under Chapter VII of the Charter. My Government has always co-operated in all measures applied in this regard. 180.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“If the Vorster Government is to be forced to revise its policies of apartheid, it is imperative that all States co-operate in measures decided here, and particularly in the application of resolution 2054 (XX) of 15 December 1965, calling for sanctions under Chapter VII of the Charter. 178. On the other side of the picture, I am sure we all note with satisfaction the increased assistance being given to the victims of repression in South Africa and the success of the training programme established by the Secretary-General in pursuance of Security Council resolution 191 of 18 June 1964. 179.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It is gratifying to note the growing co-operation among Member States in providing and exchanging information on outer space activities. We must now press ahead with the preparation of draft international agreements on assistance and with the formulation of international law for outer space. 177. South Africa continues to apply its inhuman and abhorrent policy of apartheid in defiance and utter disregard of world opinion. It is to be deplored that, contrary to the resolutions of the Security Council and of this Assembly, certain States continue to increase their investments in and their trade with South Africa.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“If we are not to give way to despondency, it would be salutary to take our failures with our successes. 174. My Government is satisfied that the United Nations has achieved something in Cyprus and in Kashmir, and it is our fervent hope that this is but the beginning of what will be a lasting solution of the problems in those two areas. 175. The Gambia Government attaches due importance to the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons and therefore welcomes the latest steps taken in this general direction through the submission by the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics of identical texts of a non-proliferation treaty. Further progress can now be envisaged towards general and complete disarmament with effective international control. 176.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It also provides the occasion for those delegations which so desire to put to the Assembly their thoughts on and their formulas for the solution of international problems, I shall endeavour to state, as succinctly and as clearly as I can, my Government's position on certain issues with which we shall be concerned during this session. 173. In spite of the pessimistic note which was struck at the beginning of this session, and to a certain extent re-echoed in the Annual Report of the Secretary-General [A/6701], I should like to say that there is much in the way of positive achievement for which the twenty-first session could congratulate itself. There is a tendency to take our achievements and successes for granted and to emphasize and brood over our failures.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“May I also be allowed to extend my congratulations to your immediate predecessor, His Excellency Ambassador Pazhwak, for the masterly way in which he conducted the affairs of the General Assembly at its twenty-first session. It was not an easy session, but throughout the strains and tensions of a difficult period, Ambassador Pazhwak always performed his duties with wisdom, tact and impartiality, and thereby earned the eternal gratitude of this Organization. 172. The general debate in the autumn session of the General Assembly is traditionally a time for stocktaking and introspection.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“170. Mr. President, I have great pleasure in adding my own and the Gambian delegation's warm and sincere congratulations to the numerous well-earned tributes which you have drawn from so many other representatives on the occasion of your election to the high office of President of the General Assembly at its twenty-second session. Permit me to say that none has deserved this honour better than you, and it is a matter of deep satisfaction to my delegation that your well-known contributions to the advancement of peace as well as to the ideals of this Organization have today received the acknowledgement which is their due. 171.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)