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first: 1982-09-24
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“Regarding this last point particularly, we deem it important to emphasize, in order to see the problem clearly, that whereas the non-oil-producing developing countries paid $52 billion in 1983 to private creditors, they received $20 billion in loans, $15 billion more than had been contemplated by IMF under the system of transfer of net resources. 185. External financing should, therefore, be in-creased to help debt-servicing, assist investment and stimulate exports. A world in which the developing countries are confronted simultaneously with a lowering of their standard of living and a draining of their capital is extremely volatile. 186.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Consequently, as a priority, in addition to the objectives already mentioned, it must include the creation of new jobs, the establishment of new industries, and, through the World Bank and IMF acting in close concert, the financing of new programmes, particularly in the key sectors of education, health, housing and agriculture. 184. Thirdly, it has been demonstrated that the economic recovery of the third world assumes that the rich countries will maintain a growth rate of more than 3 per cent, avoid protectionism, and act in such a way as to bring about a gradual lowering of interest rates, an improvement in the terms of trade, and the provision of adequate financing.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“From one point of view, these are easy solutions which consist of provoking a global contraction of demand in the poor countries, to a degree difficult to support, while the industrialized nations shoulder only a derisory portion of the sacrifices. How can we fail to mention that some of the richer countries refuse to submit to the fiscal discipline that they would impose on others? 183. We believe that the adjustment process must be synonymous with dynamic reconstruction rather than passive constraint because, first and foremost, it must be designed to be productive and not to bring about poverty.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“First, it would be wrong to think that the strong growth of the rich countries can automatically bring about a revival of the weak economies of the third world, for there are in our regions certain structural deficiencies which prevent the mechanisms of the market from working normally and necessitate the intervention of the public sector and international co-operation. 182. Secondly, it is now recognized that the adjustment policies advocated by the West, and characterized in particular by drastic reductions in budgetary expenditures and imports, involve an excessive social cost, without, as one would expect, leading to the growth process that is sought.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We are convinced that if the rich nations really wished to contribute more effectively to the development of the poor countries, and if they were truly convinced that it was in their interests and that perhaps their survival depended on it, those nations, which have successfully met extraordinary scientific and technical challenges, would find formulas, ways to intervene and suitable programmes to wipe hunger, ignorance and disease off the face of the earth. 180. Moreover, the recent excellent performance of certain Western economies gives reason for new hope—provided, however, that some basic truths are seriously borne in mind and are the foundation of policies for recovery. 181.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Therefore, it is up to the rich countries to play a decisive role in creating an international environment capable of bringing about a healthy and lasting recovery which would be of benefit to all. Above all, it is their duty to show their political will to undertake the structural reforms that are indispensable for the establishment of a new order, which is not only a moral imperative but an economic necessity. 179.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Thus, in Latin America and the Caribbean, in 1983, the gross domestic product fell by 3 per cent and the per capita income dropped by 6 per cent. At the same time, there continues to be such a reduction in international aid, in real terms, that there is reason to wonder how the third world can double its per capita output in the mid-1990s, as had been contemplated in the context of the Third United Nations Development Decade. 178. Without stressing the underlying causes of this state of affairs, we cannot but repeat that the industrialized nations bear a heavy share of the responsibility for the origins of this tragic situation, which so severely punishes the poor countries for crimes that they have not committed.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“The importance that most delegations have attached to an examination of the world economic situation shows the extent of the concern which continues to be caused by the unprecedented crisis which is affecting our countries and which in the final analysis is manifested by a disturbing worsening of the already precarious living conditions of the deprived peoples of the third world. 176. We well know the current manifestations—the spectacular deterioration of the terms of trade, the resultant drop in export earnings, the obvious slowing down in rates of investment and the considerable worsening of the debt problem, together with a drastic reduction in capital flows. All of this is leading to a marked decrease in per capita growth rates and production, leading to an alarming increase in unemployment and areas of poverty. 177.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“It is clear that the great Powers bear the full responsibility for solving this harrowing question and that only dialogue and consultation can settle the matter satisfactorily, it being borne in mind that the security of some cannot be assured at the expense of others. 174. While noting with interest the recent proposals put forward by President Reagan from this rostrum to reduce tension and strengthen peace, we earnestly call for the establishment of multilateral machinery which will allow the transfer to international development institutions of the enormous resources which would be released by a programme of general, gradual and balanced disarmament. 175.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We regret that the first contacts have not been followed up, and we urge the parties to resume the negotiations in earnest, in order to achieve, with the assistance of the good offices of the Secretary-General, a just and equitable solution to a dispute that has gone on for more than a century. 173. Just below the surface of all these conflicts, in the background of the bloody confrontations which plunge the world into mourning, there is the terrible problem of the arms race, which every year assumes more tragic dimensions, despite the appeals, recommendations and condemnations of the world's highest moral authorities.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“It is therefore essential for the protagonists not to hesitate to add deeds to their words-—that is, faithfully to respect their commitments and effectively to reduce the level of armaments, for any other attitude could bring about reactions and could upset the balance of forces and regional security. 172. In the South Atlantic, despite the lesson of the Malvinas, Great Britain is pursuing a policy of military expansion, which leads us to believe that it is prepared to maintain its colonial presence, in disregard of Argentine sovereignty. In so doing, it is failing in its fundamental obligation to seek a peaceful, negotiated solution to the problems between it and the Argentine Republic and to abstain from any measure that might increase tension in the area.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In this spirit, the Haitian Government, in keeping with the principles that have always inspired its foreign policy, continues unreservedly to support the constructive approaches courageously made by the Contadora Group to restore, by means of dialogue and negotiation, peace and security, which are the irreplaceable foundations of all economic and social progress. We are happy to note that patience and goodwill have led to the elaboration of a coherent and balanced body of concrete proposals, grouped together in the Contadora Act on Peace and Co-operation in Central America, the final version of which will have to be adopted soon if we want to avoid a general conflict breaking out before long. 171.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“It is important first to stress that, as we have often stated, the present crisis has its roots in the many serious socio-economic difficulties affecting the region, difficulties whose solution requires an exemplary effort of international solidarity, particularly on the part of the regional Powers, concerned about the continent's future. Therefore, there is no question of reducing to the single dimension of the East-West conflict a whole body of fundamental problems that can be resolved only by the peoples of the region themselves, who have the exclusive right to decide their type of society and establish their own development model. 170.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We noted with satisfaction the courageous initiatives of the Government of South Korea for the peaceful reunification of the Korean nation, and we remain convinced that direct bilateral contacts, without outside interference, are the only way to reduce tension and create the conditions that will lead to reconciliation. 168. I cannot complete this brief summary without giving Central America the special attention that it deserves from a Caribbean country which is following with concern the development of a tragedy whose devastating effects could quickly extend well beyond the region now involved. 169.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Haiti warmly hails the patriotic struggle of the Khmer and Afghan peoples and wishes to express its deep gratitude to the Secretary-General and his representatives and to all those who, in one capacity or another, are working for the restoration of peace and security in that sorely tried part of the world. We join the international community in calling for the total, immediate and unconditional withdrawal of all occupation troops, thereby enabling those States freely to choose the form of government they wish, free from any kind of foreign pressures. 167. The Republic of Haiti also wishes once again to express its strongest support for the Korean people. We are convinced that the problems between the North and the South must be settled by negotiation, and we therefore call upon the parties to show good faith in renewing their dialogue.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Our position on this question remains unchanged; we advocate respect for the territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty of that island, as well as the withdrawal of all foreign forces. The Republic of Haiti welcomes the efforts of the Secretary-General in carrying out his mission of good offices and we hope that that mission will be crowned with success. 166. In Asia, there are continuing hotbeds of tension created and fed by the expansionist aims of certain States which are clearly determined to impose their will upon others by means of an illegal military presence, in flagrant violation of the Charter of the United Nations. How can we fail to mention in this connection the tragedy occurring in occupied Afghanistan and Cambodia?”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In this connection, discussion and dialogue are, in our opinion, the best means for making progress towards that goal, and certain rather encouraging, albeit somewhat timorous, events lead us to feel that good faith and reason may yet prevail over hatred and blindness in that part of the world of such importance in the history of mankind. 164. As for Lebanon, a martyred country in which a particularly explosive situation prevails created by the presence of two armies of occupation, there can be no doubt that the withdrawal of those troops, in keeping with the wishes of the Lebanese Government and people, would contribute to establishing conditions favourable to national reconciliation and reconstruction. 165. The question of Cyprus continues to occupy an important place in the discussions of the United Nations.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In the Middle East, as we have often repeated, the solution of the crisis is to be found in the establishment of an overall peace on the basis of the principles of law, morality and justice, a peace that will include recognition and respect by all its neighbours of Israel's right to exist within secure and recognized boundaries. Similarly, the Haitian Government feels that there can be no question of challenging the right of the Palestinian people to true self-determination within a physical, legal and administrative framework in keeping with their legitimate aspirations.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“While particularly deploring the internal struggles that have divided Chad, the Government of Haiti hails with satisfaction the announcement of the withdrawal of foreign troops as an indispensable step towards the establishment of a lasting peace that will enable that nation to return to unity through dialogue and to exercise its sovereignty over the whole of its territory. 162. With respect to Western Sahara, the Republic of Haiti continues to believe in the possibility of a peaceful solution based on the principle of self- determination, in keeping with General Assembly resolution 1514 (XV) and with the relevant resolutions adopted by the Organization of African Unity [OAU], which we hope will be implemented without delay with the active assistance of the States most directly concerned. 163.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We advocate the genuine independence of Namibia on the basis of resolution 435 (1978), and we call upon the Security Council to shoulder its responsibilities by adopting the sanctions provided for in Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, We solemnly appeal to the international community to see to it that the Namibian people are enabled fully to exercise their sovereignty over their own territory and that they are guaranteed their inalienable rights to freedom, dignity and happiness. 160. Elsewhere in Africa, other hotbeds of tension jeopardize political stability and delay the social and economic development of countries of the region. 161.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In these circumstances, we must congratulate SWAPO, the sole authentic and legitimate representative of the Namibian people, for its spirit of moderation and for the great flexibility and political maturity it has demonstrated in the face of the bad faith and intransigence of South Africa throughout the negotiations designed to implement resolution 435 (1978). 159. In solidarity with the Namibian people, the Republic of Haiti categorically rejects any attempt to link the independence of Namibia to any geopolitical considerations and to the solution of matters that fall exclusively within the purview of the sovereignty of other States.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We call upon them no longer to oppose the adoption of comprehensive mandatory sanctions that alone can prevail against Pretoria's brutal arrogance and lead to the establishment of an open, democratic and multiracial society in South Africa. 157. Moreover, confident in its great military and economic power, encouraged by the success of its destabilization campaign against neighbouring States, South Africa is persisting in its occupation of Namibia, in violation of relevant resolutions of the Security Council, particularly resolution 435 (1978), which laid the foundations for a peaceful, negotiated settlement of the Namibian question. With recourse now to violence, now to intimidation, now to trickery, the South African Government seeks by every possible means to consolidate its hold on Namibia. 158.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Faithful to its historic traditions, the Haitian Government most strongly condemns the indefensible conduct of the racist minority of Pretoria and welcomes the recent adoption of General Assembly resolution 39/2, which rejected as null and void the so-called new constitution of South Africa. We are deeply attached to the people of South Africa and we reaffirm our unconditional solidarity with them in their heroic struggle to bring about the total elimination of the apartheid regime. 156. We cannot fail to denounce the open complicity of which countries lending political, economic, military and nuclear co-operation to the South African regime—on the highly suspect pretext of maintaining strategic interests—are guilty.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In this connection, the recent events in South Africa, in the course of which new martyrs were added to the blood-stained list of the victims of apartheid, have in a very special way drawn our attention to a state of affairs that constitutes not only the most flagrant of violations of fundamental human rights but also a standing challenge to the Organization, which since 1946 has found itself powerless to eradicate from the face of the earth this last vestige of racism and colonialism. 154. Availing itself of the indifference of certain nations, the Pretoria regime continues to build up its arsenal of constitutional and legal provisions enshrining the de facto inferiority of the black majority and opening the door to the most violent manifestations of unbridled despotism. 155.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“For, despite our disappointments and feelings of frustration, there is no alternative to the methodical pursuit of dialogue and consultation in full respect for the rules of law and the universally acknowledged principles of equality, justice and sovereignty which undoubtedly constitute the most precious asset of our common heritage. 152. It is thus against that background, and with an awareness of the gravity of recent developments in the international situation, that the Haitian Government proposes to restate its position on the principal items on the Assembly's agenda, in the hope that it can make a contribution, however modest, to the solution of the problems that seem to be jeopardizing the future of mankind. 153.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We must therefore seek the true sources of these repeated failures in the implacable selfishness, excessive ambition and senseless fanaticism of many and in our deepest and most ingrained prejudices, and we must finally understand that in these circumstances it is indeed difficult for the Organization to fulfil the noble and delicate mission entrusted to it. 151. Thus, fully convinced of our unavoidable common destiny, the Haitian Government would like to restate its firm belief that, despite its institutional flaws, the United Nations continues to represent the most appropriate instrument for the achievement of our ideals, and we urge all States Members, and particularly those who are members of the Security Council, faithfully to abide by the spirit and letter of the Charter of the United Nations.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We must recognize that hotbeds of tension have increased, East-West tension has never been so high and the arms race has taken on the look of a crazy, dangerous adventure, the cost of which is a constant insult to the third world in its misery. 149. We must also emphasize that the international community has never possessed so many different resources and that today, towards the end of this twentieth century, men have never had such mastery over matter, thanks to the spectacular progress in science and technology. 150.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We shall continue unreservedly to support all his initiatives with a view to strengthening the often thankless task of the Organization in the indispensable and so difficult dialogue that is the corner-stone of relations among peoples and States. 147. We also joyfully welcome Brunei Darussalam to the great family of the United Nations. We are sure it will make an active and valuable contribution to the work of the Organization. 148. On the eve of the assessment of the first 40 years of the work of the United Nations, we must once again confess that our most profound hopes have been dashed and that the world of peace, justice and brotherhood to which we naturally aspired seems to recede daily.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“First of all, Sir, on behalf of the Haitian delegation, I wish to offer you my warmest congratulations on your election to the presidency of the thirty-ninth session of the General Assembly, where you will not fail to display the eminent qualities which won you this honour and which are already your hallmark as President of the United Nations Council for Namibia. In choosing you, the Assembly has paid a well-deserved tribute to your diplomatic skills and, through you, to your country, Zambia, which remains a symbol and a model in the struggle against racism and apartheid in southern Africa. 146. I also wish to express once again to the Secretary-General the total confidence and profound respect of the Haitian Government for his tireless efforts throughout the year in the service of peace and international co-operation.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Clearly, it would be an illusion to believe that our wishes could be fulfilled in a single morning. That would mean simply disregarding human nature and forgetting that history does not follow a straight path and time is needed to bring it back to its true course. However, all progress made, every step taken, is a victory for peace and justice over a world of hatred and violence. We must therefore work courageously, patiently and with dedication to respond to the aspirations of the anguished peoples who are listening to us. The Republic of Haiti, which has always been inspired by the code of honor and solidarity, will lend you, Mr. President, and all the bodies of the United Nations, full and whole-hearted co-operation in order to give life, however partial, to the hopes placed in our work.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The Haitian people and Government, expressing their solidarity with the black majorities in South Africa and the people of Namibia in their legitimate aspirations and struggles, once again urgently appeals to the international community to ensure that the sanctions adopted to make the South African regime less intransigent are fully implemented. I have given a short account of the feelings, wishes and positions of the Haitian Government on some of the major issues in the international arena. I would emphasize above all our unwavering conviction that the current system of international relations must be replaced by a new order of justice, collective economic security and true co-operation, with respect for the self-determination and dignity of each people.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Such action would seem to us particularly timely because this year, proclaimed by the General Assembly as the International Year of Mobilization for Sanctions against South Africa, is also the seventieth anniversary of the African National Congress, for which the Haitian Government would once again express full support in its difficult struggle against the usurpation of political and economic power by a racist minority. The Haitian Government once again condemns the South African regime's continuing strengthening of its arsenal of repressive laws. It also condemns the South African policy of bantustanization and those who go along with it, because it is a systematic undertaking to dehumanize the black people of South Africa.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Thirty years have passed since the General Assembly began its consideration of the item on racial conflict in South Africa. Just before the end of the Decade for Action to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination it seems to us indispensable that the United Nations should proceed at this session to a serious evaluation of the efforts made to date and, if necessary, define a new strategy for the complete elimination of the system of apartheid.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Meanwhile, the South African regime, encouraged by the differences of view that have developed within the contact group, is increasing its diversionary tactics in an attempt to delay the inevitable outcome. The Haitian Government believes that any swift solution of the Namibian problem necessarily involves the full implementation of Security Council resolution 435 (1978), which reflects the international consensus on the need for immediate independence for Namibia under the leadership of the patriotic liberation forces of the South West Africa People's Organization. It is upsetting to see that South Africa, despite the measures taken against it by the United Nations, still continues openly to defy the international community by pursuing its apartheid policy.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We lend our full support to the various United Nations initiatives for a settlement of the conflict, which must necessarily include the total and final withdrawal of Vietnamese forces from the territory of Kampuchea. Similarly, the Government of Haiti strongly condemns the continued occupation of Afghanistan by foreign troops and urges the establishment of conditions which would effectively enable the Afghan people to choose their kind of political society freely, without any outside interference. The negotiations on Namibian independence, despite optimistic statements of members of the contact group, have made no progress and are simply marking time. Some people insist on making the Namibian question one aspect of East-West confrontation, but that is completely unjustified.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“As regards Asia, the Government of Haiti is carefully following the courageous initiatives of the Republic of Korea for the reunification of the Korean nation. We regret the halt in negotiations between the two Governments and urge them to go beyond their differences of view in order to arrive at satisfactory results. That, of course, can be done only by the Koreans themselves. However, the United Nations could, with the agreement of the parties, take action to provide a propitious framework for the resumption of talks. The Haitian Government welcomes the initiative to regroup the Cambodian liberation forces within the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The Republic of Haiti, which has always refused to view regional problems simply in the context of the power balance between East and West, cannot but express its deep concern over the manifest symptoms of the alarming deterioration in relations between some fraternal countries in Central America. We call upon all States in the region to reject the sterile option of a dangerous arms race. We would go along with any proposal to strengthen regional stability and security on the basis of the great principles of international morality and law. In that way an atmosphere of peace could be established that would be favorable to economic development, which is indeed the real problem of the region.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The Government of Haiti, aware of how fragile are victories imposed by force, believes that the United Nations can play a decisive role in the search for a negotiated and peaceful solution which would make it possible to establish the definitive bases for a mutually acceptable agreement. That is why we joined in the initiative of Argentina and Mexico in calling for the inclusion in the agenda of this session of the General Assembly of an item on the Malvinas Islands. Central America remains the theatre for many conflict situations resulting from ideological tensions, which have once again created hotbeds of crisis that could endanger regional peace and security.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Latin America is also going through a turbulent period, and there is an atmosphere of uncertainty because of the consequences of the conflict relating to the Malvinas Islands and the difficult situation in Central America. The recent war in the South Atlantic and the bloodshed it involved highlighted the remnants of a way of life that has clearly passed. Indeed it placed a severe strain on the peace of the region and undermined the solidarity of the continent. The Republic of Haiti, faithful to its past and respectful of its traditions, has never hesitated to oppose all forms of colonial domination, and naturally expressed its solidarity with the just claims of the Republic of Argentina.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“They are worthwhile and encouraging, and we trust that they can bring about a resumption of dialogue, which is so necessary for peace and essential in dealing with the fundamental issue of the future of the Palestinian people. The Government of Haiti remains firmly convinced that Security Council resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973) provide the basis for an overall settlement of the Middle East problem. The Haitian Government believes that the search for peace necessarily involves all of Israel's neighbors recognizing and respecting its right to exist within secure and recognized borders. Likewise we believe that there can be no question of challenging the right of the Palestinian people to real self-determination within a physical, legal and administrative framework that is in keeping with its legitimate aspirations.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“There are so many problems that have not been solved, and they create new divisions and increase the tension which here and there has led to permanent situations of crisis, overt or latent. Despite the belief constantly expressed by Member States in the values of the Charter, the machinery for peace and international security seems to be blocked, as can be seen from the world situation today. In the Middle East the situation remains explosive. Recent events in Lebanon and their hideous cruelty continue to horrify the conscience of the world and confirm, if there were any need for that, that action by the Organization is necessary to establish overall peace in the region. Contrasting with this background of absurd violence, some bilateral and multilateral initiatives have been taken.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The Republic of Haiti reiterates its absolute belief in active and intelligent harmonization among the nations of the South based on mutual respect and understanding to generate concrete actions that would be of mutual benefit in an intraregional and interregional context. Beyond the ideological positions that are inevitably stated in the general debate, every statement here reflects the collective aspiration to an international political order that would bring peace and progress. However, the state of the world today clearly shows if not the failure at least the profound inability of mankind to face successfully the many sociopolitical upheavals that are characteristic of our age.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“President Jean-Claude Duvalier has said that: "The Republic of Haiti continues to believe in the future of global negotiations for the establishment of a new international economic order which would enable the poor populations of the third world to attain a threshold of development compatible with the dignity of the human race and the right of every individual to a decent standard of living." Yet above all the third world countries must understand that if they want to progress towards prosperity they must first of all rely on themselves and fully shoulder their collective autonomy. They must systematically explore the tremendous potential of co-operation among developing countries in the financial, technical, trade, industrial and cultural fields.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“How, under these circumstances, can we hope, as we had hoped, to eliminate the category of least developed countries and ensure that by the end of the 1980s they will have joined the ranks of the developing countries? How can we not doubt the ability of the international system to provide elements for the solving of the problems of the third world, even if it was impossible to take adequate action for this small group of least advanced countries? The Republic of Haiti, which more than any other country has throughout its history as a sovereign nation experienced the cost of isolation and exploitation resulting from the selfish game played by the big Powers, solemnly repeats its appeal for a truly constructive North-South dialogue.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Admittedly, the fifth session of UNCTAD, in Manila in 1979 and the United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries, in Paris in 1981 did decide to launch a new programmer and set forth a number of objectives that were ambitious and realistic, including the figure of 0.15 per cent of the gross national product of donor countries for official development aid to the least developed countries. Unfortunately the commitments formally entered into on those occasions have not yet been fulfilled. Thus it seems difficult for us today to speak about a real desire to stabilize export earnings, to increase external assistance qualitatively and quantitatively.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The problems of the developing countries, to which we have referred briefly, assume the dimensions of a real tragedy in the case of the least developed. In the last decade their per capita gross national product in real terms rose by only $11. Closer to us, the combined effects of world recession and inflation and the recent spiraling of interest rates, along with a collapse in the price of commodities, have tragically emphasized their economic vulnerability and paralyzed their ability, which was already rather pathetic, to import those goods that are essential to their development.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“A/37/PV.27 The Republic of Haiti remains convinced that the market economy, which at the national level has in some countries been able to adapt to the requirements of more human socio-economic development, will al so at the international level find the necessary resources to establish a new kind of relationship that is more just and more beneficial. To that end more appropriate and generous action is required on the part of the public authorities of the industrialized countries. World phenomena have to be analyzed more objectively and to be less influenced by national experiences that are hard to imitate in different circumstances. To sum up, we need courage, imagination and a better sense of international solidarity. Some rich countries do not lack those qualities, and we should like to pay a tribute to them here.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“It is time for the collective conscience of the industrialized countries to stop looking upon international co-operation as a burden on the rich, as alms given to those countries that are supposedly incapable of looking after their own future. It is time for the people in the rich countries to understand that the new international economic order will not jeopardize the prosperity of the countries of the North but will rather give a new impetus to the world economy and provide for more equitable distribution of the fruits of growth.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“It is also most distressing to note that no systematic campaign has been undertaken to explain to the people of the rich countries that effective solidarity with the poor countries is less a moral imperative than an irreplaceable factor for economic growth at the world level; for there is no better way of stimulating the production and distribution of goods and services than a determination to satisfy the basic needs of billions of individuals who have not yet enjoyed the material benefits of even the most elementary progress. There is no nobler task than that of contributing to the betterment of human beings who have been left on the sidelines of progress by hunger, ignorance and disease.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“At the same time, there is no growth in official development assistance, which has never reached that famous target of 0.7 per cent of the gross national product of the rich countries, or less than 5 per cent of annual arms expenditures. Indeed the Brandt Commission' noted ironically that the machinery of death was that which involved the greatest and most dynamic transfer of technology. Even the new law of the sea, which is based mainly on the concept of balanced participation in the exploitation of common wealth, is challenged because of the regrettable selfishness of certain industrialized nations.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)