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“This event also symbolizes the success of the process of normalization of relations in Europe, which we hope will further stimulate efforts towards easing international tensions. My delegation would like to pay a tribute to the far-sighted and courageous statesmanship that has succeeded in putting aside past enmity and distrust and opening the way to a new era of dialogue and peaceful co-operation in Europe. 35. The admission of the two German States to the United Nations may set an example for other divided countries, if and when the peoples concerned agree to undertake a similar step. 36. My delegation would, further, like to extend a warm welcome to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, a sister archipelagic State, on its admission to the United Nations.”
1973-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 28 (1973)
“While my delegation feels that it should not pass judgement on what is essentially the internal affair of a friendly country, we sincerely hope that the Chilean people may soon see the restoration of national harmony and stability in their country so that they may be enabled to continue efforts to achieve progress, prosperity and social justice. 33. I should like to avail myself of this opportunity to congratulate the German Democratic Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany on their admission to our Organization. My delegation welcomes their entry into our midst as an event of great significance for the realization of the principle of true universality of membership of the United Nations. 34.”
1973-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 28 (1973)
“31. It is my privilege and pleasure to extend to you, Sir, on behalf of the Indonesian delegation, our most sincere congratulations on your election as President of the twenty-eighth session of the General Assembly. We are all aware of your competence and vast experience in international affairs, and my delegation is fully confident that under your guidance this Assembly will be able to conclude its work successfully. 32. It is a matter of particular poignancy to me to acclaim the elevation of a distinguished son of Latin America to this high office at a time when turmoil and tragedy have again struck part of the continent he represents. The world has been shocked by the untimely death of President Allende of Chile.”
1973-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 28 (1973)
“It is with satisfaction and deep appreciation to the other members Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines that we should like Members of the Assembly to take further note of its progress and achievements in the economic, social and cultural fields. Our joint projects are well under way. We will continue to strengthen ASEAN, in the spirit of the principles of "peace, justice and progress", and in the conviction that world peace is built on the foundations of peace with our neighbors. It is through the realization of peace with our neighbors that we can more positively contribute to peace for all mankind.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“We have survived the sufferings caused by the normal diseases of infant years, including attempts to break up the unity and integrity of the nation, or even to change the state philosophy, the Pancha Shila. All those attempts met only with failure. The unity of the nation on the basis of the Pancha Shila has grown stronger than ever before. 134. In the true spirit of the Pancha Shila we have intensified our efforts to accelerate the country's economic development and to strengthen our regional co-operation schemes. Special mention in this regard must be made of the the Association of South-East Asian Nations or ASEAN which has already entered its third year of existence.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Recognizing that the continuing, economic and social disparities prevalent in today's world constitute a volatile situation which threatens world peace and security, we call on the international community to resolve the problems of economic and social dichotomies between the developing and the developed nations. We urge all Governments to give their full support to the completion of the international development strategy and the launching of the Second Development Decade, in a spirit of true collective responsibility and international solidarity. 133. Like the United Nations, Indonesia too enters this year its twenty-sixth year of existence as a member of the international community of independent nations.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Therefore, it is imperative that participating nations go beyond the narrow, nationalistic considerations which have, until now, governed the priorities of industrialized countries. 131. If we are to solve the interrelated issues of world peace and global development, then we must adopt a broader concept of world order, and establish new standards and priorities by which to reallocate resources and to guide our future actions along the path of global development. 132. Therefore, my delegation appeals to all the countries concerned, regardless of their political, economic or social systems, to assume this broader perspective of global order.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“This fact is readily evidenced by the disproportionate amounts spent by the industrialized countries on military expenditures, amounting last year alone to over $200 thousand million dwarfing the comparatively small amounts allocated as aid to the developing nations. 130. We have come to realize and value the inherent connexion between international peace, social justice and economic progress. However, if nations continue to view international considerations in a limited perspective of restricted national interests, and if they maintain their present system of priorities, then the Second Development Decade will be doomed to suffer the same fate as its predecessor.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“A review and appraisal of the efforts of the last ten years have established that a major stumbling block to achieving the goals of the First Development Decade was the lack of determined commitment on the part of some industrialized countries. The reluctance of these nations to follow up their verbal endorsement of those aims with the political and financial commitment for their implementation is, I believe, rooted in their preoccupation with military and other considerations. This leads to an over-emphasis of the role of defense and security as compared to the other equally urgent requirements of economic and social welfare.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Ten years ago the United Nations initiated a framework of programs to direct a major, concerted attack on the global issues of economic and social progress by launching the First Development Decade. Since that time, new institutions have been established and new measures taken, designed to meet specific problem areas. Despite these commendable actions, however, countless millions of people in the developing part of the world still suffer the agonies of hunger, disease, malnutrition, illiteracy and unemployment. In addition, these are compounded by the problems of race, urbanization, population pressures and the deteriorating human environment. The exigencies of these problems, both old and new, require an integrated approach to bring about their solution. 129.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“In this respect, my delegation would like to reiterate its position that the People's Republic of China should be given its rightful place in this world body. Based on the same principle, modalities should also be studied in order to enable countries outside the United Nations, including those which are still divided, to participate in the activities of the Organization and its agencies. 126. My delegation is fully aware of the importance of the problems relating to disarmament. They are all aimed at strengthening international peace and security. Towards that end my delegation will continue to co-operate with other delegations when the matter comes up for discussion in the First Committee. 127. Of pressing and utmost importance among the items on our agenda is no doubt the question of the Second United Nations Development Decade. 128.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“As we had agreed last year, we had hoped to see this year a complete set of principles governing the use of the international sea-bed area which would form the basis of an international regime and the future machinery to regulate the exploitation of sea-bed resources. We note the different views of the delegations in the Committee and the inability of the Committee to complete its task. But we also note certain areas of agreement. We hope that, as the Chairman of the Committee stated, a report can be produced by the middle of November so that we may be able to discuss it in our present session. 125. The question of the representation of China should be considered in the context of the principle of universality of the United Nations.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“importance to international activities with regard to questions concerning the sea in general, to the peaceful uses of the sea-bed and ocean floor and to the developments in the law of the sea in particular. We first welcomed the idea advanced last year by the United States and the USSR on a treaty on the demilitarization of the sea-bed and ocean floor, and we hope that a treaty to prohibit the emplacement of weapons of mass destruction on the sea-bed can soon be agreed upon. 124. The question of the sea-bed and ocean floor beyond national jurisdiction seems to be very complicated.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Forcible diversion of civil aircraft in flight cannot be condoned as a means of bringing attention to a cause or giving vent to grievances, irrespective of their merits. My Government fully endorsed resolution 2551 (XXIV), and in accordance with that resolution is currently engaged in drafting a law on the relevant matter. 122. I should like now to turn to some of the specific issues on the agenda of this session of the General Assembly. 123. As an archipelago on the cross-road of two continents and two big oceans, Indonesia attaches great 9 Third Conference of Heads of State or Government of Non- Aligned Countries, held at Lusaka, Zambia, from 8 to 10 September 1970.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“In southern Africa, this problem has become even more aggravated by the condemnable policy of apartheid and racialism of South Africa, Portugal and the illegal minority racist regime of Southern Rhodesia. In this particular context, I should like to mention the cases of Namibia, Zimbabwe and the colonial territories of Portugal Angola, Mozambique and Guinea (Bissau). If allowed to remain unchecked, such a policy may yet cause the outbreak of a racial war. 120. Indonesia will continue to support the struggle for freedom and independence of the oppressed peoples and resolutely condemns the policy of apartheid and racialism now being perpetrated in southern Africa. 121. Permit me to add a word on the question of hijacking as a most disturbing and dangerous means of political expression.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“On the contrary, they merely reflect a fervent hope, a sincere appeal to the parties concerned to help to restore in that part of the world conditions that are conducive to a life of peace and tranquility. 118. Another long-standing and burning world issue which, in spite of our untiring efforts, remains unsolved is the liquidation of colonialism. Admittedly, many of the once colonized territories now have registered membership in the United Nations as sovereign and independent nations. We must, however, not be blind to the fact that approximately more than 40 million of the world's citizens are still suffering under colonial oppression. 119.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“The Djakarta conference therefore demanded among other things that all foreign troops be withdrawn forthwith from Cambodia in order to facilitate the cessation of hostilities. It furthermore requested all parties to respect the sovereignty, independence, neutrality and integrity of the territory of Cambodia and to abstain completely from interfering in the internal affairs of that country. It also requested the co-Chairmen and all the participants of the Geneva Conference of 1954 to reconvene and to reactivate the International Commission for Supervision and Control in Cambodia. 116. I may add that the summit Conference of non- aligned countries in Lusaka also expressed the hope that the Paris talks could help in finding a peaceful solution to the problems of Laos and Cambodia. 117. Surely, those are not impossible demands.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“It was only to remind the countries and the international bodies concerned of their obligations and their responsibilities and to appeal to their conscience to initiate action of some sort which could at least alleviate the hardships and tribulations of the people of that region. 115. Those nations that have experienced wars of independence, as we have in Indonesia, should be aware of the sufferings, the years of devastation and tragedy that the people of Viet-Nam have had to endure as a result of foreign intervention. And the latter pattern, unfortunately, has again appeared in the internal development of Cambodia. Here too, outside interference and intervention from abroad have seriously afflicted Cambodia's internal affairs.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Concerned about these developments, Indonesia took the initiative of convening in Djakarta in May 1970 a conference of Foreign Ministers of countries in Asia and the Pacific to discuss the situation in Cambodia. We did not presume that a solution could be achieved by simply convening a meeting. That would be tantamount to doing great injustice to the gravity of the situation. On the other hand, Indonesia was of the opinion that the countries of South-East Asia could not remain mere onlookers awaiting their fate while the exigency of the situation became more and more threatening to the peace and tranquility of South-East Asia as a whole. Something had to be done. The Djakarta conference was not designed to point the finger of judgment as to who was wrong or who was right.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“The withdrawal of Israeli forces to the lines they occupied before the June war, therefore, constitutes a key prerequisite for a negotiated settlement. Furthermore, no lasting solution can be attained without the full restoration of the inalienable and lawful rights of the Arab people of Palestine. My Government will continue to give full support to the further efforts of Ambassador Jarring, and it appeals at the same time particularly to the parties concerned to render him the necessary assistance and co-operation to carry out his difficult task. 114. Turning to our area, the Viet-Nam war has been aggravated by the events of March and April this year in Cambodia. This led to the expansion of the war in Viet-Nam.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“However, we feel obliged to express our serious misgivings about some of the latest developments, which have caused the situation in the Middle East to become more and more explosive. We have still time to arrest it. We began the cease-fire with 90 days in which to work. There are still 38 days left. Indonesia's position on this issue remains unchanged, and I can only repeat what I said last year. We feel that our vital interests are involved with the outcome of the struggle of our Arab brothers in the Middle East. We cannot condone acquisition of another's territory by military force. We believe that a just solution can be reached on the basis of Security Council resolution 242 (1967) of 22 November 1967.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“We also welcome the German-Soviet non- aggression Treaty of 12 August 1970 as an important milestone in the history of international relations in post-war Europe, and as a concrete step towards reducing tension on that continent. Likewise we have followed also with great interest the preparations that are being made for a conference on European security. 112. Hopeful as the foregoing may appear, we are, however, still deeply concerned about developments in other parts of the world. The Middle East crisis, which constitutes perhaps the most dangerous of our immediate concerns, not only remains unsolved but has even deteriorated. 113. In August this year, with prospects for a settlement within our grasp, we were full of hope when the initial efforts of the United Nations mediator, Ambassador Jarring, produced a 90-day cease-fire.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“In assessing the present international situation, my delegation shares the views of many of the distinguished speakers who have spoken before me and expressed some degree of satisfaction on the detente among the major Powers. 110. Last year we were heartened by the statements on the ending of the cold war confrontation, signaling the beginning of a new era of negotiation. We have followed closely the developments of the strategic arms limitation talks between the United States of America and the Soviet Union. The world will indeed be grateful if these talks can open the way to broader agreements on disarmament and related matters. 111.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“For both the United Nations and Indonesia it is indeed a time for sober analysis, not so much to reflect on our achievements in the past, but rather to measure whether we could improve the implements of the present to build a better future. This is the task that awaits us. The next generation has already reminded us seriously of this task when it met here during the World Youth Assembly. The theme "Peace, justice and progress" should not merely be a commemorative trimming; it must be translated into a more tangible meaning to be fully enjoyed by the generations that will succeed us. These are their hopes and aspirations. We must not fail them. 109.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Speaking from a personal point of view, we find it a most happy coincidence that, as this august Assembly commemorates the twenty-fifth year of the United Nations, Indonesia too rejoices in celebrating the twenty-fifth year of its independence, the more so since this Organization played a not insignificant part in the final stages of Indonesia's struggle for independence. In this respect I should like to confirm the remarks of His Excellency Mr. Luns, Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, that the solution of the question of West Irian last year, through the good offices of the United Nations, has indeed strengthened the relations between our two countries. 108.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“I should like to avail myself of this opportunity to extend, on behalf of my delegation, my deepest sympathies and feelings of grief and sorrow to the delegation of the United Arab Republic, and through it to the bereaved family and to the Government and people of the United Arab Republic on the sudden demise of their beloved President. 106. My delegation also joins me in expressing our deepest condolences to the delegation of Malaysia on the occasion of the passing away of Mr. Radhakrishna Ramani. May I request the delegation of Malaysia to convey our sympathies to the bereaved family and the Government and people of the Federation of Malaysia. 107. This regular annual session of the General Assembly is marked distinctly by our program to celebrate the silver jubilee of this Organization.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“Angie Brooks-Randolph, who guided us admirably through all the difficult proceedings during the last session. 104. I should like further to pay tribute to our esteemed Secretary-General U Thant and express our appreciation for his patient and single-minded endeavors in the cause of peace, and to assure him of Indonesia's unwavering support towards that end. 105. It was a great shock to me to learn upon my arrival here of the death of President Gamal Abdel Nasser of the United Arab Republic. His death is not only a great loss to the Arab world. He has consistently championed the cause of the non-aligned and developing nations. For this we are greatly indebted to him.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“101. On behalf of the Indonesian delegation, may I be permitted first of all to extend our most sincere congratulations to Ambassador Hambro on his election as President of this memorable twenty-fifth session of the General Assembly. 102. His election to this high office is not only a recognition of his personal qualities and accomplishments, but is also, I am sure, a tribute to his country and the Norwegian people. It is our conviction that his competent leadership, special knowledge of and experience in the United Nations will bring us closer to the realization of the ideals and principles embodied in the Charter. 103. I should like to take this opportunity also to express my deep appreciation to the former President of the General Assembly, Her Excellency Mrs.”
1970-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 25 (1970)
“In this context my delegation supports the idea agreed upon in principle by the Preparatory Committee for the Twenty-fifth Anniversary of the United Nations for supplementing the forthcoming commemorative session next year with an assembly of the youth of the world, dedicated to the world of the United Nations of tomorrow. 144. In conclusion, let me assure the Assembly that Indonesia will continue to uphold the high principles of the Charter, and support every endeavour to strengthen the Organization in its efforts to maintain international peace and security and to obtain the well-being of people throughout the world.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The section of the world population most interested in a true and real peace is youth, whose very destiny is at stake. We have noted the restlessness among the young in all parts of the world. It is they who will inherit the world of tomorrow, and we believe that appropriate steps should be taken in order to fulfil their aspirations and to help them adjust to a progressive world outlook that will benefit from our accumulated experience and knowledge. In so doing, a gap between generations can be bridged and the future generation can be imbued with a truly constructive spirit.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“How much greater would be the triumph, however, if such single-minded and tenacious dedication could be applied to the solution of the massive problems of peace and security, of poverty and development, and of the freedom and dignity of man on earth. 142. Nearly twenty-five years ago, when the world was still suffering from the devastation of war, mankind began a collective and commendable effort to start a new life. This effort was reflected in the United Nations Charter. During this period we have had successes and failures. Even amid success, there is continued preoccupation with the United Nations weaknesses and yet, amid failure, there is continued confidence in the United Nations strength. 143. All of us remain dedicated to the common pursuit of peace, progress and prosperity.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Needless to say, my Government is ready to welcome the assistance of all other interested nations, both in and outside the United Nations. 141. I have now arrived at my concluding remarks. The year of 1969 will be remembered in that it has offered an example of precisely how much man can achieve when he is imbued with a deep sense of dedication towards the attainment of a desired goal. I refer to the successful achievement made by science and technology in unveiling the secrets surrounding outer space and distant celestial bodies, and especially to the magnificent and daring exploit which enabled man to set foot on the surface of the moon.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We also appreciate the fact that in the implementation of this important task, my Government has always had the co-operation and understanding of the Netherlands Government. 139. The Indonesian Government is now seriously engaged in the further development of West Irian, not only as a national duty for the progress of its own people, but as a task of paramount importance for humanity. 140. In this respect Indonesia is happy to have the full co-operation of the Netherlands Government which is prepared to render special financial assistance to a fund, now under discussion with the Asian Development Bank in Manila, for the accelerated development in West Irian within the framework of Indonesia’s five-year development plan.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“As rightly stated by President Suharto, more than a month ago on the eve of 17 August, in his address to the nation at the commemoration of the anniversary of the Proclamation of Independence, this result of the act of free choice in West Irian is, in accordance with Article XXI, paragraph 2, of the New York Agreement, legally final and irrevocable and cannot be made void by whomsoever or whatever pretext. 138. I should like to take this opportunity of conveying the sincere gratitude of the Indonesian Government and its people for the invaluable assistance and co-operation of the Secretary-General and his special representative, Ambassador Ortiz Sanz, in completing the implementation of the New York Agreement. It peacefully terminated a longstanding political dispute between two countries, Indonesia and the Netherlands.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Despite this political opposition and the technical difficulties inherent in an area known to be one of the most primitive and undeveloped areas of the world, the act of free choice was completed between 14 July and 2 August last, in a democratic and orderly way. The people of West Irian, through their elected members of the consultative assemblies, have reaffirmed their decision to remain within the Republic of Indonesia, thus upholding the national sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the Republic. This positive result has been reported briefly by the Secretary-General in his introduction to the annual report on the work of the Organization [A/7601/Add.1]. A complete report by the Secretary-General on this question will be submitted to the Assembly during this twenty-fourth session. 137.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“This last phase of the Agreement was completed with the exercise of the act of free choice by the people of West Irian and was conducted in accordance with its provisions by the Indonesian Government, with the advice, assistance and co-operation of the United Nations Secretary-General and his special representative, Ambassador Ortiz Sanz. 136. In Indonesia there has been strong and widespread opposition, including West Irian itself, against the implementation of the act of free choice, since people considered its implementation contrary to the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Indonesia.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In view of our limited domestic savings, however, we are dependent on our export earnings and on external financial resources, both public and private, bilateral as well as multilateral. In this connexion, permit me to express Indonesia’s appreciation of the financial and economic assistance that has been extended to us by the developed countries — particularly by the countries which constitute the Inter-Governmental Group for Indonesia — and by the United Nations and other multilateral agencies. 135. You may recall that this year my Government completed the implementation of the last phase of the Agreement between the Republic of Indonesia and the Kingdom of the Netherlands concerning West New Guinea (West Irian), the most eastern part of my country, signed in New York seven years ago on 15 August 1962.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Three years ago, all of our energy and resources were being directed towards curtailing the excessively high rate of spiralling inflation which plagued our economy. Such action was necessary before we could embark on the rehabilitation and further development of our economy. Having succeeded in this painstaking effort, last April we launched a five-year development plan which is the first in a projected series. 134. At this time, our limited domestic resources require that we take a selective approach. Consequently, we have placed major emphasis on the development of the agricultural sector and on the achievement of self-sufficiency in the production of food for our population of about 115 million.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We are now on the threshold of the Second United Nations Development Decade. This new United Nations Development Decade differs from the First in that we embark upon it better prepared. It is my delegation’s fervent hope that the industrialized nations will join with us in accepting the challenges of development so that we may enter the new era, armed with a sense of common purpose and an agreed plan of action. In this manner the frustrations of the First United Nations Development Decade may be turned into the successes of the next. 133. Such international co-operation is particularly important to us in Indonesia as we are concentrating our efforts on the achievement of internal economic and social development.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Such co-ordination offers greater possibilities for concrete action through joint undertakings within the wider scope of an international development strategy. In its efforts to accelerate progress in this vital area, my Government has joined with the neighbouring countries of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines to form ASEAN, the Association of South-East Asian Nations. Although still in its infancy, we are hopeful that with the aid and co-operation of other countries and general international support, the objectives of the initial sponsoring members will be realized. 132. No one can deny that the benefits to be derived from solving the problems of social and economic development will be shared by all countries of the world and will contribute greatly to the creation of world prosperity and international peace and security.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The developing countries themselves realize that they bear the primary responsibility for the achievement of national development. They also recognize, however, that they can succeed in mobilizing and utilizing their domestic resources more effectively if they are assisted by increased and accelerated international action. Once again my delegation urges the international community to intensify its efforts to reach agreement on policy measures in the main areas of trade and finance. 131. As regards international co-operation, I wish to state that the Indonesian delegation is of the opinion that international action can be better approached through multilateral co-operation at the regional and sub-regional levels.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“As a result, these countries have had to meet their essential requirements for capital equipment and raw materials by depending, almost entirely, upon their export trade earnings. Yet it is precisely in the field of trade that these countries have been on the losing end vis-a-vis the developed countries. Not only do they face grave obstacles in entering the export market, but they have also been plagued by a continuing decline in the price of many major primary export commodities including rubber, coffee, sugar, vegetable oil, cocoa, and so on. 130. In the light of this situation, it is essential that we should not delay the re-examination of current international economic practices designed to meet adequately the future needs of the developing countries.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“128. I shall now turn to questions relating to economic development. The political tensions and conflicts which frequently preoccupy our attention have come from unresolved social and economic inequities. Recognizing this fact, the Members of the United Nations, in an effort to remove the roots of poverty and under-development, launched the First United Nations Development Decade. Today, as we are approaching the end of this Decade, it is a matter for serious concern that we have been unable to achieve even the modest objectives set in 1960. 129. It has been widely accepted that one of the major factors responsible for the slow rate of development has been the inadequate contribution of external financing to assist the developing countries in the mobilization of their own domestic resources.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Although we can congratulate ourselves on some of the achievements of our Organization in the past twenty-four years, there is little room for complacency. The world has changed. Science and technology have created new horizons in man’s lite; man has reached the moon. Membership of the United Nations has more than doubled and political systems and attitudes of Member States have changed. New approaches and platforms have been created to solve world problems and accelerate the economic and social development of the world. It is with these changes in mind that a stock-taking should be made, so that the achievements of our twenty-five years of labour can be fully reflected in our Charter. My delegation has in mind particularly the principles and institutional bodies pertaining to the three Ds: development, decolonization and disarmament.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We hope that an agreement can be reached on the demilitarization of the sea-bed and ocean floor beyond national jurisdiction. 126. As we are approaching the twenty-fifth anniversary of the United Nations, I believe it is very fitting indeed to reflect on some of its achievements so that we may be able to adjust the Charter, as well as our activities, in accordance with the changed circumstances and conditions in the world today. It is for this reason that my Government attaches great importance to efforts to relate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the United Nations with the question of a general conference to review the Charter which, in accordance with Article 109, has been on the agenda since 1955. 127.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“On the question of the preservation for peaceful purposes of the sea-bed and ocean floor beyond present national jurisdiction, Indonesia adheres to the principle of the common heritage to be used for the common benefit of mankind. Therefore, the establishment of an international régime to govern the exploration and exploitation of the sea-bed and ocean floor beyond national jurisdiction is a basic step to prevent the use of that area for purposes of other than humanitarian nature. 125. In this connexion, my delegation would like to stress the importance of the demilitarization of that area. My delegation welcomes the idea put forward by the Soviet Union and the United States before the Conference of the Committee on Disarmament in Geneva.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Although the General Assembly has not yet been concerned with the election of the members of the Committee, it is our hope that the increased membership will be of help in achieving more positive results. 122. We are happy to note the substantial increase of non-aligned nations represented in this Committee. We hope that, as suggested, the membership — of its Committee will rotate on an elective basis in accordance with the representative character of all major United Nations organs. 123. We welcome the discussions during this session on chemical and bacteriological weapons and their possible use. We share the hope of the Secretary-General that discussions on this important matter will lead to specific decisions facilitating political and legal action to eliminate those inhuman and barbarous weapons of war. 124.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“As far as our bilateral relations with China are concerned, we are not in a position to reconsider our attitude vis-a-vis that country as long as it continues to pursue a policy of extreme and active enmity towards Indonesia. Normalization of our relations with China can be considered only if China shows a non-bellicose attitude and ceases to assist and encourage subversive and rebellious activities in our country. 121. Let me now turn to the highly complex and sensitive issue of disarmament. I shall not review the results achieved thus far. In 1960 my Government welcomed the establishment of the Eighteen-Nation Disarmament Committee as a result of the two-Power agreement in Geneva, and now welcomes the increase of membership in the Conference of the Committee on Disarmament from eighteen to twenty-six members.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In South-East Asia a dissonant element remains in the strained relations between the People’s Republic of China and most of its South-East Asian neighbours, including Indonesia. We have followed with great interest the developments within the People’s Republic of China. We have not, however, noted a constructive change in its attitude, at least towards my country. Apart from this problem, the question of the representation of China as the only Asian country to serve as a permanent member of the Security Council is, beyond any doubt, important. As a matter of principle, Indonesia maintains its view that the People’s Republic of China should be represented in the United Nations. 120.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Facing the danger of a racial war, my delegation believes that the time has come for the United Nations to take strong action against the illegal régime of Ian Smith, including all possible measures under Articles 41 and 42 of the Charter, and to impose effective sanctions on South Africa and Portugal. 117. We are equally concerned about the situation in Angola, Mozambique, Guinea (Bissau) and other Territories still under colonial domination. We continue to support the Struggle for freedom and independence of the peoples of those Territories. 118. The continued defiance of both South Africa and Israel of Security Council decisions has brought the United Nations to a crisis which must be faced squarely and firmly. If we miss the opportunity to demonstrate our determination to uphold our principles, we will undermine our Organization. 119.”
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