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first: 1968-09-24
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“In conclusion, let me assure you, Madam President and the members of this Assembly that we, the Government and people of Maldives, are always firm in our faith in the principles of the Charter of this Organization. We extend our humble support to all those statesmen who work for the betterment of mankind. We join with those who pray for peace and harmony in our disturbed world, and to those of us who are assembled here we say: let us resolve once again to make the world community one which could fittingly be called a community of united nations.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The Maldivian delegation supported all the resolutions adopted during the last session on the question of the peaceful uses of the sea-bed and was a co-sponsor of General Assembly resolution 2467 A (XXIII). We are observing with keen interest further measures that are being taken in this respect. 53. During the same session, a very important item — the problems of human environment — was introduced to the United Nations. I wish to take this opportunity of congratulating the delegation of Sweden on its timely action in introducing the item. This is a subject of great concern to the entire human race. The work already done by the Secretariat in this regard will be appreciated by all. The Maldivian Government looks forward to many constructive steps in reviewing and confronting successfully the many problems of human environment. 54.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“42], we could, we hope, look forward to the day when the world would be a safer place to live, with its entire population free from hunger, ill-health and ignorance and the road paved for true development. 52. I do not wish to take the time of this Assembly to comment here on all topics that are of interest to the Maldivian delegation; nor is it my intention to discuss all the items on the agenda of this session. However, I would be failing in my duty if I were to overlook two items which are of particular interest to us. I refer to the question of the reservation of the sea-bed for peaceful purposes and the problems of human environment.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“With President Nixon’s declaration that after a period of confrontation, we were entering an era of negotiation, it was encouraging to hear the offer of the Foreign Minister of the Soviet Union in his address of 10 July to the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. Since then, we have also heard their recent statements in this Assembly. It would indeed be welcomed by all Member States of this Organization if quick and meaningful steps were taken by the major Powers not only towards easing tension but also towards general and complete disarmament. These measures become all the more important in view of the fact that we are about to enter the Second United Nations Development Decade. If the decade of the 1970s could also be designated as a disarmament decade, as proposed by the Secretary-General [A/7601/Add.1, para.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“If so, how could the continually widening gap between the developed and developing, the rich and the poor countries, ever be narrowed? 51. These are only some of the many issues that confront us. The problems faced by mankind today were aptly described by the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of Yugoslavia when he referred to them as “peace or war, enslavement or independence, backwardness or development” [1763rd meeting, para. 133]. However, as we approach the twenty-fifth anniversary of this Organization let us not be pessimistic, for we hear the echoes of “good relations” from Washington and Moscow.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Compared with that statement, it is alarming to us as a so-called “mini-State” to see how much of the revenue of many developed countries is apportioned for their defence budget for the production of nuclear warheads and other destructive weapons. Far be it from my delegation to pass judgement on these issues, but let me say that this does create a doubt in our minds as to whether the noble words we so often hear have true meaning. We wonder whether the arms race must continue when the present stocks would be capable of destroying the world many times over. We ask whether the acceleration of the production of these dreadful weapons is more urgent and important than meeting the needs of the under-developed countries and under-privileged peoples.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“There is no doubt that some development has taken place in every country in the world, thanks to some donor countries, the United Nations, its specialized agencies and the leadership of the respective countries. However, an important factor in this connexion must not be forgotten. The United Nations World Economic Survey for 1968 states: “At the outset of the present Development Decade, the economically advanced countries agreed that 1 per cent of their income and output should be devoted to international assistance. Progress towards the fulfilment of this aim on the part of most donor countries has been disappointing.“ 50.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Despite efforts and considerable expenditure on the part of many developing countries to wipe out illiteracy and at the same time to expand and improve their educational facilities, much of what is aimed at has yet to be accomplished. This is due to many factors, not the least of which is their inability financially to move any further in this field. Here I must reiterate what I said last year: that a people can be made aware of the need for over-all development only through a sound education. The importance given to education today by the United Nations can best be illustrated by its decision to designate the year 1970 as “International Education Year” [resolution 2412 (XXIII)]. 49. I now come to the question of development.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The problem of the “population explosion” has yet to be remedied. While it is estimated that the population will increase by some 500 million people in Africa, Asia and Latin America alone in the coming decade, it is distressing to note that extremely poor health conditions and malnutrition still dominate many developing countries. No doubt, there are encouraging signs in the field of agricultural development, but they are quickly overshadowed by the fact that food production is still out of step with the growth of population, which is expected, even by some less pessimistic observers, to double by the year 2000. 48.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Supported by the knowledge and experience of their many past colleagues in the field, particularly those of the Soviet Union and the United States, the feat accomplished by the three American astronauts last July deserves the highest praise from one and all, for they are a credit not only to the United States, but to all mankind. 46. While we take pride in our achievements, can we afford to overlook our disappointments? While we applaud our successes, can we forget our failures? Although we hail the advancement of science and technology, can we be expected to support the production and stockpiling of nuclear and bacteriological weapons? Those are some of the questions that run through our minds when we ponder awhile. A glance around us will reveal the many problems facing us and the magnitude of them. 47.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Our position remains the same: while we cannot support any move to expel the Republic of China, we believe it is time to work for an acceptable and practical method to grant membership in this Organization to the People’s Republic of China, if that is its desire and the wish of the majority of the Member States of this body. 45. This year has witnessed one of the most memorable achievements in the long-history of mankind. Men from earth have conquered the space between this planet and the moon and, for the first time, set foot on the surface of the moon. This is an unparalleled achievement, for which the United States of America and its brave astronauts and brilliant scientists are to be congratulated.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We are equally concerned over the situation in Namibia, Angola, Mozambique and Guinea (Bissau). It is time for the governing authorities of those Territories to realize that their inhuman practices must stop forthwith. It is time that racial discrimination and religious intolerance were uprooted wherever they exist. 44. Once again we find the question of the representation of China in the United Nations on our agenda. The Maldivian Government’s stand on that issue was outlined in my statement in the general debate last year [1701st meeting].”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“My Government remains convinced that the people of Viet-Nam should finally be permitted to choose their own future under an acceptable method of international supervision and free from any foreign pressure or force. During the twenty-third session of the General Assembly my delegation ventured to suggest that such supervision could be either by a United Nations commission or by a special representative of the Secretary-General. 43. If there seems to be a ray of hope in South-East Asia, the picture in Africa is not so rosy. The illegal regime in Southern Rhodesia has tightened its hold on the indigenous population of that unfortunate country. The abhorrent policy of apartheid in South Africa continues, despite the innumerable resolutions of this Assembly. The Maldivian Government deplores the attitude of those authorities.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We appeal to the Governments of all countries of the region to take note of the Secretary-General’s observation that “there is more than one procedural route to peace” [A/[7601/Add.1, para. 67] and co-operate with every move towards establishing a just and lasting peace in the Middle East. Too much suffering has been experienced by millions of innocent people in the area. Too many have sacrificed themselves to the causes they held sacred. 42. In Viet-Nam, signs of peace seem to have appeared on the horizon. Although the peace talks in Paris have not shown progress, there appears to be a certain amount of willingness on the part of all concerned to halt the fighting and work out an acceptable peace formula in that much embattled country.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We joined with the rest of the Moslem world in calling for an impartial investigation into the incident and for measures to prevent recurrence of such actions in the holy places in Jerusalem. We continue to believe that a permanent solution to the entire question of the Middle East could be found on the basis of the Security Council resolution of 22 November 1967 [242 (1967)]. We reaffirm our support for all aspects of that resolution. 41. The Maldivian Government has been observing with keen interest the “Big Four“ consultations and the bilateral talks between the United States and the Soviet Union in their efforts to assist Ambassador Jarring in his mission.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In my statement to the twenty-third session I stated that the situation in the Middle East should not “be permitted to worsen any further” [1701st meeting, para. 7]. To the disturbed concern of everyone, it has deteriorated during the past months to the extent that the Secretary-General has had to warn that “a virtual state of War exists”, and again that “open warfare has been resumed” twice during the last six months. In the introduction to his annual report, the Secretary-General further states that “war actually is being waged throughout the area, Short only of battles between large bodies of troops”. [A/7601/Add.1, para. 62.] 40. Aside from the political aspects of the question, we were shocked and deeply grieved by the recent incident in Jerusalem, when the Al Aqsa Mosque was heavily damaged by arson.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The twenty-fourth session of the General Assembly is being held in a year which has brought glimpses of hope in certain areas. It also led us to the brink of a full-scale war in another part of the world. It has been a year of outstanding success for mankind in outer space, while the rates of growth in income and over-all development on this planet itself have fallen short of their target. Reason and understanding seem to be developing among some important countries, while in some other parts of the world incidents leading to conflicts between neighbours have resulted in the loss of many lives and disturbed the peace of the respective regions. This, then, is the year we are assessing. 39.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“It is with deep regret that the Maldivian delegation pays its respects to the memory of His Excellency Mr. Emilio Arenales, whose passing away was a great loss to his country as well as to the United Nations; for we have lost a great statesman of rare charm. 36. This is an appropriate occasion to record, once again, our admiration for the distinguished Secretary-General of this Organization and his dedicated services in the cause of world peace. Let me convey to him the warm support of the Maldivian Government and the people of my country for every step that he takes towards that goal. 37. I should also like to extend our congratulations to the Vice-Presidents and to assure them of the fullest co-operation of the Maldivian delegation in the conduct of the difficult task ahead of them. 38.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“34. Madam President, slow me to extend the very warm congratulations of the Maldivian delegation to you on your election as the President of the twenty-fourth session of the General Assembly. Your election to that high office is the expression of confidence the Member States of the United Nations have in your indisputably high qualifications to guide us in the work of this session; it is an indication of the respect the Members of this Organization have for your country; it is also an expression of their recognition of the important role that Africa plays in the leadership of the world of today. 35. I now have the sad duty of recalling the memorable services rendered so skillfully to the General Assembly by the late President of the twenty-third session.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Finally, let me recall that we constitute a forum which was set up to achieve international co-operation to solve international problems and to preserve world peace. Let us therefore set aside our desire for individual gains and work collectively to dissolve the problems that pollute the international atmosphere. Let us resolve here and now to uphold the Charter of the United Nations and work together in all earnestness to achieve fully the objectives to which we are dedicated as one family—the family of mankind.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“However, much remains to be accomplished. We were therefore encouraged by the report appearing in the Washington Post on 2 July that “agreement had been reached to begin, in the nearest future, discussions on the limitations of both offensive and defensive nuclear weapons” and on the “urgent measures for stopping the arms race” — the remarks being attributed to President Johnson and Premier Kosygin respectively. We were further heartened during this debate to hear from the representatives of the United States and the Soviet Union of their readiness to work on these lines, despite the repercussions of recent developments in Eastern Europe on East-West relations. It is our fervent hope and prayer that concrete measures will be taken without undue delay. Too much is at stake for any postponement. 19.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The Maldive Islands fully supports the proposal for the reservation exclusively for peaceful purposes of the sea-bed and the ocean floor underlying the high seas beyond the limits of national jurisdiction. Further measures connected with this study should be considered as a matter of high priority. 18. In the field of nuclear disarmament, the year witnessed the memorable resolution [2373 (XXII)] commending the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, adopted by 95 votes in favour at the resumed session of the twenty-second General Assembly. The Treaty has © now been signed by more than eighty countries. The Maldive Islands is proud to have supported the resolution commending the Treaty and to have signed it since then. While the Treaty is far from being perfect, it is a major step towards nuclear disarmament.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Continued improvement in those sectors will undoubtedly lead to permanent development of these countries, for it is only through education that an awareness can be created among their people of the need for an over-all development. 17. The year 1968 has seen some significant achievements. The work on the study of the peaceful uses of the sea-bed and the ocean floor is highly commendable. We deeply appreciate the excellent report of the Ad Hoc Committee [A/7230] and congratulate the Chairman, Ambassador Amerasinghe and the members of the Committee for this excellent document. The initiative taken in this respect by the delegation of Malta deserves much credit.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Although population has not posed any difficulties to the Maldive Islands as an individual country, we join in the chorus of voices expressing alarm at the rapid growth of the world population. We must take every measure not only to win the food-population race, but also to save coming generations from protein deficiency. 16. Two of the greatest enemies of progress, right thinking and social progress are illiteracy and ignorance. A world-wide campaign must be launched to wipe out illiteracy and to bring the torch of education to the innumerable dark corners of the world, for development cannot be achieved without a basic education. We were heartened to note that the 1967 Report on the World Social Situation showed an improvement in the conditions of educational sectors in developing countries.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“While a considerable increase was registered in agricultural production in 1967, with record rice and wheat crops, the race between population explosion and food production still continues. In his introduction to the annual report the Secretary-General has observed: “Still, the population problem remains a major source of anxiety for it has to be viewed in a much wider context than the food population equation” [A/7201/Add.1, para. 69]. And again, "Even if the most optimistic predictions about a decline in the rate of population increase should be realized and even if the most hopeful predictions of a significant increase in food production should come true, millions of people would continue to suffer from malnutrition” [ibid., para. 71]. 15.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“It is with the same sincerity that the Maldivian Government endorses and extends its most vigorous support to the steps taken by the Secretary-General to relax tension and harmonize strained relations between conflicting parties, since our concept of world peace is based on the continued goodwill of all countries. 14. While I have thus far commented on some of the most acute international issues, there are other major world problems which need equally serious consideration. Much concern has been expressed at the disappointments of the first United Nations Development Decade. The increasing gap between the rich and the poor countries has been viewed with the same concern.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“A halt must be brought to this inhuman practice, and an end must also be put to other acts of racial discrimination and religious intolerance in all parts of the world. 13. The Maldive Islands has a foreign policy based on goodwill towards all who value our friendship—irrespective of size, political ideology or cultural background. Our consideration of vital issues is not weighed down by the greatness or power of any country. It is therefore with sincerity that we appeal for the understanding and whole-hearted co-operation of one and all to make a determined effort to solve these international problems which have brought untold suffering to millions throughout the world.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The Maldivian Government cannot support any move to expel the Republic of China, which is a founding Member of this Organization. However, if the People’s Republic of China desires membership of this Organization, and this body aiming at its goal of achieving universality wishes to include the 700 million people of the People’s Republic of China, it is time for this Assembly to strive genuinely to find an acceptable and practical solution to this most important question. 12. This year has been declared the International Year for Human Rights. While we continue to discuss human rights and adopt numerous resolutions to end racial discrimination, we are gravely concerned that a highly deplorable practice is being followed even today. I refer to the policy of apartheid practised in South Africa.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“We, the Members of this Organization who have dedicated ourselves “to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights... to practise tolerance and live together in peace with one another as good neighbours, and to unite our strength to maintain international peace and security, and to ensure, by the acceptance of principles and the institution of methods, that armed force shall not be used, save in the common interest", should make a collective and concrete effort to practise these very noble principles and bring about conditions in which these issues can be solved in conformity with the free will of the peoples of the respective countries. 11. I now come to another question which has evaded an acceptable solution in this Assembly for many years: the representation of China in the United Nations.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“That decision must be made according to the free will of the Viet-Namese, free of any force or pressure from any foreign country. It could be supervised by a United Nations commission or by a special representative of the Secretary-General. 10. Just as the people of Viet-Nam has a right to self-determination, so does the people of Czechoslovakia to chart the course of its destiny. These are basic rights which cannot be denied to anyone, be it in Asia or in Europe. Indeed, no country has the right to determine what is good for another. Nor should a people be subjected to unpopular minority rule, suppressing its basic freedoms. I refer to the peoples of Namibia, Southern Rhodesia and the African Territories under Portuguese administration.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“However, it is most regrettable that the passing of each day brings more deaths and a greater flow of human blood in that country. This war is a tragic reminder to us all of the evil forces which attempt to wreck international peace and harmony. It is our view that peace can be achieved only by peaceful means. 9. Although the lack of progress in the Paris talks has caused considerable concern, we are hopeful that they will lead to an acceptable cease-fire. Nevertheless, we are convinced that a final settlement of the issue can be reached only through the noble process of self-determination by the Viet-Namese themselves. The people of North and South Viet-Nam should, after a cease-fire, be allowed to decide on their future.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“However difficult the task may be, we believe that a lasting peace can and should be achieved in the Middle East, based on justice, with due consideration being given to the root factors underlying the entire problem. We appeal to all the countries involved to co-operate with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in the creation of conditions leading to a permanent peace in the area. We should like to remind you that this is the best method of solving the issue, and that any action which conflicts with the spirit and the principles of the Security Council resolution 242 (1967) would only jeopardize the chances of an early settlement. 8. We welcome the preliminary peace talks now being held in Paris on the Viet-Nam war.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The Maldivian Government is deeply concerned at the gravity of the situation, which remains virulent. It should not be permitted to worsen any further. The Maldive Islands therefore welcomed the unanimous decision taken by the Security Council on 22 November 1967 [resolution 242 (1967)]. We support that resolution in all its parts and consider it a very sound basis for a lasting peace in the Middle East. We were fully aware of the difficult task that lay ahead of Ambassador Jarring, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, when he accepted this most challenging assignment. We are deeply appreciative of his efforts to bring peace to the region. We admire his patience and tactful handling of the issue.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“However, the Maldivian Government and people are no less anxious than the greater nations to add their contribution, however small it may be, to that of the rest of the world towards the cause of world peace and the settlement of vital problems. 6. As we gather in assembly here, we are all sadly aware of the struggles going on in different parts of the world — struggles in which man is confronted by his fellow-beings with weapons of destruction; struggles in which human blood is flowing freely; struggles caused by generations of enmity and mistrust. This has been, and continues to be, a situation which constitutes a threat to world peace, international harmony and the very survival of mankind. 7. One of the most explosive issues confronting us exists in the Middle East.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“I should like here to take this opportunity to record our deep appreciation of the untiring efforts of the Secretary-General, who leaves no stone unturned in finding methods to solve the many problems that confront this body and the world as a whole. 3. Permit me also to offer our felicitations to the Vice-Presidents, who have an unenviable task before them. 4. We are happy to welcome Swaziland as the 125th Member of this Organization and to count Equatorial Guinea amongst the independent countries of the world. 5. I am fully conscious of the fact that I speak here on behalf of the smallest Member of this Organization.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“1. Allow me, at the very outset, to congratulate Mr. Arenales on his election as President of the General Assembly of the United Nations at its twenty-third session. While wishing him a speedy recovery from his illness, my delegation is fully confident that under his wise and able guidance our deliberations will be conducted in an atmosphere of understanding, and that with the sincere co-operation of representatives here they will be brought to a successful conclusion. I wish also to convey the gratitude and respects of the Maldivian delegation to His Excellency Foreign Minister Manescu of Romania, who conducted the proceedings of the twenty-second session so tactfully. 2.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)