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AL-SABAH

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first: 1963-09-24
most recent: 1989-09-24
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“Kuwait would like to associate itself with all the other Governments which deplored the decision of the Court, and takes this opportunity to proclaim its support for the people of South West Africa in their struggle for freedom. 104. Kuwait would like to reaffirm on this occasion that implementation of the General Assembly resolutions pertaining to territories under Portuguese administration is the obvious way, and a constructive step for liberating those afflicted territories from foreign rule. 105. We consider the questions of Aden, South Arabia, Oman and the Arabian Gulf as our own because we are part of this region. Restoring normal conditions is a prerequisite to economic, social and political development in this region.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“This colonial plot can be defeated only if decisive solutions are reached. Otherwise, the ruling minority in South West Africa will persist in its colonial policy based on exploitation and apartheid. This problem has had a long life at the United Nations. Seventy-three resolutions have so far been adopted by the General Assembly dealing with various aspects of this problem. Some of these confirmed the rights of the human person and his inalienable right to freedom while others called for boycotting the authorities that maintained the status quo there. The long awaited Judgment of the International Court of Justice was disappointing to all justice and freedom-loving nations.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“No wonder Israel is striving to liquidate it, as its presence is the terrifying ghost and lasting evidence which indicts the crime of Zionism and condemns the very existence of Israel. 102. Everyone will agree that the funds of the Agency are insufficient for the bare subsistence of the Palestine refugees. We therefore expect the United Nations to take all possible measures to protect Arab property in Palestine and the income derived therefrom. The Palestine refugees who look forward to the day of their return to their usurped homes and country reject all attempts aimed at destroying their identity and liquidating their rights. 103. South West Africa is one of those regions from which colonialism is reluctant to part and where it is striving to maintain minority rule over the people struggling for their freedom and independence.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The past ten years have witnessed the triumph of national struggle over colonialism in Asia and Africa. The people of Palestine, whose aspirations are represented in the Palestine Liberation Organization, are determined to regain their rights and return to their usurped homeland. 101. UNRWA is the only remaining link between the 1,200,000 Palestinians and the United Nations. The responsibility of preserving this Agency lies on the shoulders of the United Nations, and especially on those big Powers which played a decisive role In the colonial plot which created the refugee problem. It is, therefore, the duty of the United Nations and those big Powers to strengthen the Agency and oppose the sinister attempts aimed at liquidating it.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“One may commit a crime. Persistence in criminal conduct, and the sadistic pleasure derived from torturing the victim is, however, inhuman. This is what Zionism and its supporters are doing right now, for to them, the six cents spent on food, medical care and education, constitute a danger, to be averted. At the same time, they want us to believe that it is perfectly valid and legitimate for Zionist agencies, particularly in the United States, to collect millions and millions in contributions, which are turned into deadly weapons and used to strengthen the colonial base in the Middle East. 100. The injustice suffered by the people of Palestine at the hands of the Zionist terrorists will remain in the history of the United Nations as ineffaceable evidence of the criminal plot concocted by the colonial Powers and their tools.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Giving aid and support to this colonial Power which operates through the Zionist authorities in occupied Palestine constitutes recognition of oppression, support for aggression and complete disregard of right and justice as solemnly proclaimed by the United Nations Charter. 99. The services provided by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) are the minimum that the United Nations can do for the Arab refugees. Responsibility for the plight of the refugees lies squarely on the shoulders of the United Nations, which cannot disregard its obligations. It is only to be deplored that the margin of subsistence provided by UNRWA is now exposed to a plot concocted by Zionist and colonialist circles aimed at reducing the funds of the Agency and withholding the ration from the thousands of people who are in need of this form of aid.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“It therefore extends its whole-hearted support to this liberation movement and stands by the side of the people of Palestine in their sacred struggle for the liberation of their country from Zionist colonialism. 97. The world yearns for permanent peace which cannot be established except on the basis of justice. The strength of the oppressor and the powers of evil behind him have neither undermined the will of the Palestinian Arabs nor bred in them a feeling of resignation. How can we ask them to accept a fait accompli? The only solution to the Palestine question must be based on right and justice which dictate the repatriation of the refugees and the restitution of their rights. 98.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“All this was done while its propaganda organs abroad portrayed its form of Government as a model of democracy and equality. 95. The magnitude of this human tragedy and the harshness of these colonial conditions served as an incentive to the Arabs of Palestine to organize their ranks and proclaim the establishment of their Organization, the Palestine Liberation Organization. Zionist propaganda has been trying to propagate the idea that the Organization is an instrument of terrorism and sabotage. This should cause no surprise as the colonialists have always viewed liberation movements as another form of terrorism and sabotage. 96. Kuwait believes that the Palestine question is part of the national cause and destiny of the whole Arab nation.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The international propaganda organs of Zionism have been making painstaking efforts to mislead the world into believing that the Palestine question is merely a problem of refugees. Had this false allegation been true, the past long years would have sufficed to settle those so-called refugees. 94. The feelings of the people of Palestine have remained unchanged and now, eighteeen years after their expulsion, they are more determined than ever to return to their homes. World Zionism carried out its plan to render the majority of Palestinian Arabs homeless and practised a policy of racial discrimination against the people of occupied Palestine, regardless of their religion. The nazi system, which had been the bane of Europe, was thus introduced by Zionism into our peaceful region.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The injustice suffered by the people of Palestine, however, was inflicted in those unfortunate days when the Afro-Asian continent was under the colonial yoke and a prey to exploitation by various foreign monopolies. As happened recently in Rhodesia, the colonial Power in Palestine had relinquished its responsibilities in favour of the Zionist terrorists who were alien to that country, and thus created a situation which indeed enabled those terrorists to regroup themselves and carry out their plan to usurp the rights of the Arabs of Palestine. Whole towns and villages were evacuated and hundreds of thousands of people were expelled from their homes and driven across the frontier as a result of threats, killings and atrocities. 93.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The minority which usurped power still defies the United Nations, and the people of Rhodesia are, therefore, entitled to entertain the conviction that there are alternative methods, if peaceful means should fail. Peace-loving nations all over the world pray that the need may not arise for such drastic action. 92. The problem of the people of Southern Rhodesia is yet another example of the same type of tragic situation the Arabs have been faced with for the past eighteen years. The problem of Rhodesia preoccupies the countries of Asia, Africa and the other developing countries at an advanced stage in their political life, when they are imbued with a spirit of national pride and independence.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“During its twentieth session the General Assembly adopted three resolutions [2012 (XX), 2022 (XX) and 2024 (XX)] which were in harmony with the dictates of right and justice. It is pertinent to ask what contribution those resolutions have made towards a solution of this question. The preconceived imperialist plan to nullify those resolutions and deprive them of any efficacy has so far been successful. Thus, the people of Zimbabwe have gained nothing. No progress has been made and the foreign minority still retains its control of power and remains an arbiter of the destiny of the whole native population. 91. The Rhodesian question is still under discussion at the United Nations, awaiting a peaceful solution.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Thant of Kuwait's individual viewpoint, and supported the delegation representing the Asian group which appealed to him in an attempt to dissuade him from his decision. We now pledge our whole-hearted support for any step the General Assembly may take to strengthen the Organization, enhance its prestige, and enable it to do its duty. 89. World peace and security are challenged by the forces of evil. The great task of construction and development is menaced by greed, selfishness and destruction. The tragedy of the world today is that the poor and developing countries are the victims of the injustice, exploitation and apartheid policies practised by the colonial Powers. The native African population of Southern Rhodesia is the victim of such an outrageous policy. 90.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“As a small country, we hold the big Powers primarily responsible for safeguarding the United Nations. It is incumbent upon them, therefore, to co-operate with other countries so that the Organization may fulfil its great task. 87. The Secretary-General reminded us of our duty to save the United Nations. Kuwait is keenly aware of its responsibilities and takes this opportunity to call upon the Members to do their duty in this respect. Kuwait understands the motives of the Secretary-General's decision and would like to assure him of its support, as he expresses the state of anxiety which now prevails in the Organization. 88. The Organization is now badly in need of a man of Mr. Thant's gifts — a man with a high sense of responsibility, dedication to human values, and love for his fellow man. We informed Mr.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The decision of the Secretary-General not to serve another term is a matter of great concern to the Organization, as this step does not concern his person alone but affects the destiny of the Organization, the more so as the United Nations is torn by the conflict between the big Powers, which pursue their cold war to the detriment of the majority of Members. 86. The adherence of the Secretary-General to the principles and ideals of the United Nations is in harmony with the sentiments of the small countries, which view the United Nations as the mainstay of their peace and security. Acting in accordance with the dictates of his conscience, the Secretary-General has warned the world against the dangers to the Organization implicit in the present international situation.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“I wish to congratulate Guyana on its admission to membership of our Organization. By admitting Guyana into this international family, the United Nations takes one more step towards the achievement of its objectives. I should like also to express our admiration for the integration among its good people which is proceeding so harmoniously; to them we extend best wishes for progress, stability and prosperity. 84. It is a source of great satisfaction that the circumstances which prevented Indonesia from taking part in the activities of the United Nations for a short period no longer exist. We hope that this great Asian nation will soon resume its role as a bulwark of the principles of right, justice, and peace in this world Organization. 85.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We believe that your talent and experience, wisdom and good judgement, and the profound understanding you have of the political, economic and social life of the international community will enable the General Assembly, during its present session, to overcome its present difficulties, enlarge the scope of international co-operation in the economic and social fields, and find solutions for the political disputes that threaten world peace and security. 82. I should also congratulate our former President, Mr. Fanfani, on the exemplary manner in which he guided the proceedings of the twentieth session, despite its heavy agenda of items accumulated from the nineteenth session. He was a model of firmness and patient skill. To him we express our gratitude and appreciation, and we wish him great success. 83.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“79. Mr. President, it gives me great pleasure to express to you my warmest congratulations and those of my Government and delegation upon your unanimous election to the Presidency of the General Assembly at its twenty-first session. 80. In view of the traditional brotherly relations that bind our two countries, I feel proud to see as President of the General Assembly a distinguished son of our own region, a region noted for its ancient culture and civilization. Indeed, this demonstrates that the nations which created a great culture and civilization are still, in this age as they were in their illustrious past, a positive and dynamic factor in the making of history, in peace and security and in accordance with right and justice. 81.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Kuwait, as a small nation which firmly believes in the United Nations and stands by its principles, expresses its sincere hope that this crisis will be solved and that a new era will be inaugurated, in which the United Nations will be enriched by the necessary vitality so that it may perform its duties in promoting freedom and justice in a world where peace and security prevail.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The principles proclaimed in those resolutions are enshrined in the Constitution of my country, which is based on human dignity and the right of peoples to self-determination. 163. This session opened in an atmosphere which caused great apprehension among many delegations regarding the future of the Organization. Despite this pessimism, they have all exhibited their faith in the Organization and their deep concern to preserve it as the living symbol of international co-operation and as the guardian of world peace and security. 164.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“This battle, however, is not yet finished; many peoples, still suffering under colonial rule, are determined more than ever to continue their struggle with faith and courage until they achieve final victory. 162. My country, which believes in the right of all peoples to self-determination, independence and sovereignty, supports the struggle of all colonial peoples suffering under the yoke of colonialism, whether they be in Oman, in Southern Arabia, in the Portuguese colonies, Southern Rhodesia or South West Africa. My Government stands by the colonial peoples in their struggle, and it condemns, at the same time, the policy of apartheid practised by the Government of South Africa against the majority of its people. My Government, in adopting this position, complies with the resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The realization of such a concept is the ultimate hope of mankind; and, if adopted by the Member States and supported by the General Assembly, it will generate enough vitality and dynamism to make it possible for us to withstand the dangers inherent in the various problems facing the world, and ultimately to solve those problems effectively. 161. The struggle of colonial peoples for their freedom and independence and the great victory they have realized over the colonial forces is one of the most significant events of modern history. The United Nations has played an important role in leading this struggle to a successful conclusion. It has been the forum where nations suffering under colonialism have raised their voices and claimed their right to independence and self-determination.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Nevertheless, it has led to the confirmation of two fundamental realities: first, that the peoples of the world earnestly desire peace and are keenly determined to preserve it; secondly, that different social, political and economic systems call for not only passive peaceful coexistence, but also for active, constructive co-operation for the benefit of mankind, which will divert effort from the arms race to a positive competition for the promotion of a better future for all the peoples of the world. 160.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The question of general and complete disarmament is, in the view of my Government, the most vital problem that faces the United Nations and the world at large. In fact, the survival of mankind and also the prospects of any substantial economic development depend basically on the solution to be achieved in this field, especially through the conversion to peaceful uses of the resources now devoted to military purposes. My Government supports all efforts made in this direction, and approves of every step taken by the great Powers and the United Nations towards this end. 159. The period of highly dangerous tension which the world has recently passed through has been a bitter and most difficult experience.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The maintenance of world peace and security is the raison d’être of this world Organization. All Member States have solemnly declared their acceptance of the Charter; and, by so doing, they have undertaken to respect faithfully its principles, and specifically to abstain from the use of, or the threat of the use of force for the settlement of international differences. They have thus accepted the principle that the maintenance of peace is the collective responsibility of all Member States. 157. However, the role of the United Nations is not limited to the prevention of war and armed conflicts. It has a positive function, too—to build the world in this new era on a basis which would ensure mankind a better life, compatible with human dignity and free from poverty, ignorance and disease. 158.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“It is most gratifying to note that the group of non-aligned countries has proven once again, through the historic resolutions it adopted at its recent conference in Cairo, that it has become an important factor in international life, both within and outside the United Nations. These States have come to the conclusion that non-alignment is a truly positive policy which does not per se mitigate their interest in international developments; rather, it aims at active participation in international co-operation with a view to establishing a permanent' and stable balance between the major political forces in the world. The Government of Kuwait, which believes in this policy of non-alignment, reaffirms here its support of the resolutions adopted at the Cairo Conference. 156.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“These principles also-offer more guarantees for stable and equitable prices for raw materials, which will permit developing countries to maintain their balance of foreign exchange payments and provide them with the necessary flow of capital for their development. 154. We, as a participant in that conference, are happy to affirm our support for its resolutions and recommendations, as well as for the declaration of the seventy-seven developing countries. We are aware that these resolutions and recommendations fall short of our expectations; but we consider them as positive and promising steps towards a future to which we look with optimism and hope. 155.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“It is also my pleasure to announce that the Kuwait Government has established a national company for foreign trade, contracting and investments, with a capital of $60 million to execute development projects in the developing countries. We hope that this company will, start its activities by early 1965. 153. The United Nations Trade and Development Conference held at Geneva this year may be considered an important turning-point in the history of international commercial and economic relations. The conference indeed laid down fundamental principles and introduced new concepts which will assist the developing countries in achieving their programmes of industrialization, raising the levels of their production and exploring new markets for their raw materials and manufactured products.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“That is why the Government of Kuwait is actively participating, through the Kuwait Fund for Arab Development and the Kuwait Investment Company, in the various economic and social development programmes in the developing countries. The total amount of loans and financial assistance it has extended during the past two years amounted to more than $300 million, representing approximately 25 per cent of its national income for that period. This assistance from Kuwait was not limited to the Arab countries alone, but was also extended to other developing countries. Accordingly, Kuwait has subscribed to one third of the capital of the Arab-African Bank, and, in association with other countries, it has provided capital for the financing of development projects. 152.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Furthermore, the developing countries are blessed with tremendous human and natural resources which, if properly utilized, will assist them in realizing their full capabilities, and at the same time can contribute substantially to the development of the world's economy. 150. The Government of Kuwait, fully convinced of the validity of this view, is desirous of turning its territory into a field study for the most productive experiments in economic and social development by mobilizing all available technical and scientific capabilities, not only for the good of Kuwait, but for the common good of the region as a whole. 151.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The initiative, therefore, which has been taken by the United Nations in planning and co-ordinating the different programmes of technical assistance through the various United Nations specialized agencies, and the establishment of a permanent organ for international trade, will result in restoring international trade to its proper pattern, and will prevent the use of international trade as an instrument of economic exploitation or political influence,. 149. To divide the world into two groups, according to criteria of wealth and levels of production, does not reflect political reality, and leads to under-estimating the human and cultural values of the developing peoples.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“This makes it imperative for all Member States to mobilize their full potential in the service of collective action for the success of all programmes of economic development and social progress. 147. The economic conditions so far prevailing in all parts of the world determined the limited nature of that co-operation and directed its flow in one direction. The initiative always remained in the hands of those who possessed both financial and technical resources, while the role of the less favoured nations was limited to a passive one, leaving little chance for the development of their full potential. The developed countries concentrated their efforts on exploring new markets for their products and investments, thereby- exploiting the natural resources of the developing countries. 148.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“While we in Kuwait follow with great interest the actions under- taken by the United Nations for the restoration of peace in that country, we should like to state our full support of the right of the people of Cyprus to preserve their national unity and territorial integrity. We also express our sincere wishes that Cyprus and its people continue to enjoy full prosperity, in peace and security. 146. The United Nations Charter provides that economic co-operation is one of the fundamental aims of the Organization, and it is most obvious that such co-operation can be achieved only in an era of peace and security based on right and justice, and on the principle of mutual respect of States for their respective rights and interests.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“This argument clearly displays Israel's lack of respect for the rights of other people and its reliance on the use of force. The Israel allegation that they were entitled to at least part of Palestine simply because that land was underpopulated has no legal or moral justification in international law or in the practice of international relations. The Arabs have lived in Palestine for centuries until, as a result of Zionist aggression, they were driven out of their rightful homeland. 145. The disturbing and serious events which have taken place in Cyprus this year were a matter of deep concern to the Government of Kuwait and its people, in view of the traditionally close and friendly relations between our two countries.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“From this point of view, the question of Palestine should be considered with realism and courage. This is the only way to initiate a solution based on justice, which could restore to the region the peace and security it so badly needs. By supporting the legitimate rights of the people of Palestine and condemning Zionist aggression, the United Nations will prove it is living up to the ideals of justice and standing by the principles enshrined in its Charter. 144. In their attempt to justify Israel's aggression against the Arab people of Palestine, Israel spokesmen have stated that, while the Arab States are numerous and occupy large areas in the Middle East, Israel itself is in possession of only a very small strip of land.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Endorse the full restoration of all the rights of the Arab people of Palestine to their homeland, and their inalienable right to self-determination; "2. Declare their full support to the Arab people of Palestine in their struggle for liberation from colonialism and racism" [A/5763, sect. I], 142. It is therefore of great significance to note that an important group of nations, which now constitutes more than half the Members of this Organization, is supporting the people of Palestine, and has appealed to the United Nations to look at the problem not simply as a problem of assisting refugees or evaluating their properties, nor as a problem of sharing or diverting the waters of the River Jordan, but as a question of restoring the rights of a people and of liberating their homeland. 143.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“These people have been living with the firm determination of standing by their rights to their homeland. They are now, more than ever, firmly decided to free their country from the Zionist and colonialist forces who have been attempting to alter their personality and to eliminate their existence as an historical entity. 141. The Palestine Liberation Organization, which was recently established by the National Congress of Arab Refugees held in Jerusalem, authentically represents the will of the Arab people of Palestine for the liberation of their country from the. aggressors and usurpers. In their legitimate struggle, the peoples of Palestine are relying not only on the full support of the Arab peoples and Governments, but also on the support of the non-aligned countries, whose Heads of State decided at their Cairo conference to: "1.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“For this reason, Kuwait feels entitled to appeal to this august body, and to all countries devoted to peace, justice and freedom, so that those principles will be applied to the people of Palestine, whose homeland has been unjustly occupied by force and violence. We should like to stress that lapse of time will never alter the rights of the Arab people of Palestine to their homeland, and will never provide any justification for aggression and usurpation. 140. The Arab people of Palestine have been living a miserable existence in refugee camps for seventeen years, looking through barbed wire — the symbol of occupation and aggression — to their homes and fields, their mosques and churches, to their historic heritage which has bound them to this land for centuries.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“We heard a lengthy statement by the representative of Israel from this rostrum [1296th meeting], in which he emphasized the obligations of Member States towards the Charter and the rules of international law. Likewise, he stressed the inviolability of the territorial integrity of sovereign States. He also pointed out the difference between aggression and the liberation of a territory for military occupation. It serves no purpose to sing the praises of the Charter and its ideals and principles. What is important is for every Member State to live up to those principles and ideals. 139. Kuwait for its part firmly believes in those principles, and abides by them in its international relations.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The 1,200,000 Arab refugees who have been expelled from their homeland by force, and whose country has been unjustly occupied, are a living example of the cruel injustices which were inflicted upon them. 137. The representatives of Israel have repeatedly pretended before this Assembly, and through their propaganda, their alleged desire for peace, but this is only a falsehood and a vain effort to mislead world opinion. These claims have been continuously proven false by repeated Israel aggressions against the Arab States, which have been condemned on numerous occasions by the United Nations Mixed Armistice Commissions, as well as by the Security Council. 138.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The establishment of Israel in the Middle East is the cause of instability and confusion, and has given rise to crises engulfing the entire region. As a result of the aggressions repeatedly perpetrated, by Israel against the Arab States, the peace and security of this area have been continuously threatened. It can even be said, without exaggeration, that Israel's aggressions in the past have brought the world to the brink of a major world conflagration. 136. The history of Israel has increasingly provided us with additional, confirmation that the Zionists, who have established themselves in Palestine by aggression and usurpation, can continue to exist only through aggression and usurpation.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“In doing so, the Organization will have preserved and strengthened the principles of the Charter dealing with international peace and security based on right, justice and freedom, and will have provided itself with the practical means for the fulfilment in this field of its fundamental responsibilities. 134. The problem of Palestine is a human and political tragedy rarely equalled in history. It is an example of injustice and aggression defying the right of peoples to freedom, self-determination, Independence and sovereignty. I will not attempt to review the history of this tragedy, nor shall I go into details. My sole purpose is to put it into its factual, political context, which will underline the responsibilities of both the Zionist and imperialist forces. 135.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The crisis with which the Organization is presently faced is fraught with dangers which might threaten its very existence. We pray that the seriousness of this crisis will serve as a warning to all Member States concerned, so that they will take, both separately and collectively, the necessary positive measures that will preserve and strengthen the Organization. 133. We look forward to the solution of this crisis, and we earnestly hope that the General Assembly, during one of its forthcoming meetings, and as soon as may be possible, will succeed in finding a basic and definitive solution to the question of peace-keeping operations, taking into consideration the positive observations and comments which were made by some delegations during the general debate.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“It has weathered many crises, as attested by its achievements in political, economic and social relations. It has proved to be an important factor for the promotion of friendly relations among nations and the most effective instrument for expanding the fields of economic and social co-operation, through the specialized agencies, the Technical Assistance Programme, and the Special Fund. However, this Organization can never live up to its ideals of maintaining world peace, nor can it meet its responsibilities satisfactorily in the fields of economic and social progress, unless it receives from every Member State the moral and material support which would facilitate the discharge of these responsibilities, uninhibited by factors of power politics. 132.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“128. Mr. President, may I congratulate you most sincerely, on my own behalf and on behalf of my Government and delegation, on your unanimous election to the presidency of the nineteenth session of the General Assembly. May I also express my thanks and appreciation to your predecessor, Mr. Sosa Rodriguez, for the wise guidance with which he presided over the eighteenth session of the General Assembly. 129. The sincere efforts of the Secretary-General and all the members of the Secretariat are indeed worthy of our appreciation and gratitude. 130. At the outset of my statement, I should like to welcome whole-heartedly three friendly nations —Malawi, Malta and Zambia — to our family, and express our sincere wishes for their prosperity and well-being. 131. This Organization has not yet completed the second decade of its existence.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“This will redound to the benefit, not only of the developing nations, but of all the peoples of the world. 119. Let us give a greater measure of co-operation to make the United Nations more effective in the attainment of its objectives. Let us banish colonialism, racial discrimination, religious intolerance and all the forms of social and economic injustice and exploitation. Let us eradicate the causes of war and discontent and fight poverty, ignorance and disease wherever they are to be found. 120. In this manner, this world Organization will be able to realize man's most cherished hopes of peace, justice and prosperity.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Kuwait has likewise granted a large number of scholarships to various countries in Africa. 117. On its admission as a Member of the United Nations, my country declared that it adopted a policy of positive neutrality and non-alignment. It expressed its attachment to the Arab nation's objectives of liberty, unity and social justice. Kuwait now wishes again to reaffirm its faith in, and support of, this policy which it considers as a constructive and beneficial factor for the Arab Nation and for the whole world. 118. The United Nations is undoubtedly the bright hope of the world today. Let us therefore rise to the high level of the ideals of international co-operation for which it stands. Let the strong and rich nations extend to the weak and poor nations their assistance and co-operation on the basis of mutual respect and goodwill.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“This is in addition to Kuwait's contribution to different international development programmes. 116. But it is not financial aid alone which counts in economic development. Kuwait realizes its own indebtedness to modern science and technology. Our Constitution has made it a function of the State to encourage scientific research. My delegation would like to express the wish that a greater measure of coordinated endeavours under the United Nations should be exerted by the developed nations to bring the benefits of scientific research to the developing nations. May I refer in this connexion to Kuwait's effort to repay part of what it owes to modern science by providing the necessary funds which have enabled thousands of young men in sister countries to pursue their scientific and technical training.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Therefore, it is the duty of the more fortunate nations, within the limits of their potentialities, to help the needy peoples of developing areas. 113. In its previous sessions, the General Assembly discussed the aid which should be given to developing nations. Due to certain political considerations, which have been the object of careful study, the conclusion was reached that the most sound and effective aid was that extended through the United Nations. 114. At the seventeenth session of the Assembly it was decided to establish a United Nations capital development fund [resolution 1826 (XVII)] in order to provide part of the capital which is initially needed for basic economic reconstruction in developing countries, 115. As you are aware, my country has established a special fund for Arab economic development.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Indifference and apathy will not quench the fire which one day may flare up and endanger world peace. Justice and a humane attitude towards the catastrophe of Palestine is the only remedy. 112. If these anomalous political situations in the different parts of the world I have described constitute infringements of the Charter of the United Nations and are consequently a constant threat to peace, the unsatisfactory social conditions and the economic strains and stresses they engender in various areas in Africa, Asia and Latin America are yet another potential source of danger. Millions of human beings live in poverty and destitution. Like peace, social justice is indivisible. We are directly and collectively responsible for our less-favoured fellow men.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)