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Al-Alawi Abdulla

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first: 1981-09-24
most recent: 1983-09-24
sittings or episodes: 3
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“He has tried to present an objective image of the existing state of international relations, including the indifference of some States to the principles embodied in the Charter and to the possible role the United Nations could play as the main multilateral organization responsible for the preservation of international peace and security. 142. The gravity of the international situation requires us to pay due attention to the content of the report. We hope that an open exchange of opinions will ensue during this session, concerning the ways and means of strengthening the Organization and that such an exchange will be founded on the decision taken by the General Assembly on the subject at its last session.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We feel that the international community must, more than ever before, exert every effort to achieve the goals and objectives of the International Development Strategy for the Third United Nations Development Decade , in order to resolve the current economic crisis. 141. In conclusion, I should like to welcome the report of the Secretary-General on the work f the Organization, a report which is clear in form and candid in substance. The Secretary-General is presenting us for the second time with a realistic picture of the crises that the world is currently facing. He did not limit himself to diagnosis of the crises from which the Organization is suffering, but went further to suggest a number of remedies aimed at restoring confidence in the credibility of the Organization.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We believe that the developing countries must not give in to despair and that all countries, especially the industrialized ones, should, in a spirit of responsibility and farsightedness, examine the modalities for narrowing the gap between them and reconciling their differences of opinion. 139. Oman, as a developing country, is particularly interested in global economic negotiations and once again calls upon the developed countries to aid the developing ones in improving their rate of economic growth and in reducing the burden of their indebtedness. Oman would also like to request the developed countries to take a more flexible and candid approach to all such negotiations. 140.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“These factors have been extremely damaging to the economies of the developing countries, inhibiting their economic growth and producing huge deficits in the balance of payments and an increase in the foreign debt. 137. The developing countries had hoped that during the sixth session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, held at Belgrade from 6 June to 2 July 1983, the developed countries would have demonstrated greater sensitivity to the problems facing them. The failure of the Conference was a great disappointment to the developing countries and a set-back to their hopes of finding suitable solutions to the aforementioned problems. 138.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The current international crisis has had a particularly devastating effect on the developing countries, impeding their development goals and reducing their ability to service their debts. It has also substantially reduced the availability of loans made by commercial banks and industrialized nations to developing countries, thus compounding the liquidity problems already being experienced by those countries. In addition, developing countries are also severely affected by the fluctuations in exchange rates, adverse terms of trade, substantial increases in the cost of capital, inadequate demand for their exports, increasing resort to protectionist policies and unfavourable conditions for the transfer of technology.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The Sultanate of Oman, like all other peace-loving countries, considers that the big Powers have an obligation to maintain international peace and security. It therefore appeals to them to continue their efforts to eliminate the threat of war, especially nuclear war. The entire international community will benefit from that. Also, we believe that all international negotiations and efforts should be directed towards the noble goal of achieving general and complete disarmament. 136. The international economy has been witnessing a severe recession of a magnitude unprecedented since the 1930s. The economic pressures spawned by this recession have led to new trade barriers and a sharp decline in the rate of economic growth and the flow of international capital.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“In spite of the obstacles facing the work of the Ad hoc Committee, we hope that all delegations will display the political resolve necessary to overcome present differences and to work together closely to implement General Assembly resolution 37/96, which calls for the convening of the Conference not later than the first half of 1984, which will be the first phase of the implementation of the Declaration of the Indian Ocean as a Zone of Peace. 134. Our world faces the very real danger of a nuclear war which would result in complete annihilation. According to available statistics, the nuclear arsenals of the super-Powers contain enough nuclear weapons to destroy the world 10 times over. This makes it even more imperative to continue the talks between the big Powers to curb the arms race. 135.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Our delegation has placed great hopes in the work of the Roc Committee on the Indian Ocean; however, our hopes have diminished with each successive session because the Committee is paralysed by differences existing between two of its members. This situation has prevented the implementation of several General Assembly resolutions on the convening of the Conference on the Indian Ocean, which was originally to be held at Colombo in 1981. 133.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The Sultanate of Oman views with mounting concern the escalating tension in the Indian Ocean area as a result of the rivalry between the two super-Powers. The results of such strife are particularly clear in the case of the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan, which poses a direct threat to the sovereignty and independence of the littoral and hinterland States of the Indian Ocean, in particular, and to international peace and security in general. 131. The deterioration of the security situation in our area is a result of non-compliance with General Assembly resolution 2832 (XXVI), entitled "Declaration of the Indian Ocean as a zone of peace", and all other relevant resolutions. 132.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The fighting that is now raging in the region meets the purposes of the intervening foreign States. Therefore, all Latin American States are urged not to fall into that trap which in the past was set for other States. They should do their utmost to preserve stability and adhere to the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of nations and employ all their resources for their economic and social development, instead of conflict and war. 129. The Sultanate of Oman expresses its support for the efforts now being made by the Contadora Group, which calls for common dialogue among those States of the region which are in conflict in order to arrive at a peaceful settlement of their disputes. 130.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Oman calls for the immediate withdrawal of the Vietnamese troops from Kampuchea, thus enabling the Kampuchean people to exercise their right to self-determination and solve their internal conflicts without foreign interference. 126. In this connection, we should like to express our support for all the efforts of ASEAN on both the regional and international levels to achieve a just political solution of the question of Kampuchea which will in turn guarantee security and stability in that area, which has suffered greatly from conflicts and wars. 127. In Central America we have seen how foreign forces from outside the Americas have sought to exploit the existing social and economic problems and use them as a pretext for intervention in the internal affairs of that area in order to gain new spheres of influence. 128.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We demand that these acts of intervention in the affairs of the region be stopped immediately, to prevent its falling victim to expansionist attempts by foreign Powers to dominate African States and exploit them politically, economically and militarily. 124. Kampuchea, like Afghanistan, remains under the yoke of a foreign Power, namely, the Vietnamese army supported by the Soviet Union, in spite of various General Assembly resolutions on this subject and other international peals. Since Viet Nam chose to ignore all those appeals, as well as international laws and norms and the principles of the Charter when it decided to resort to the use of force to invade and occupy Kampuchea, the security and political situation in South-East Asia has continued to deteriorate as a result of the continuation of the occupation. 125.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We look forward to the day when the people of Namibia will be able to exercise fully its right to self-determination and independence. We hope that the efforts of the group of Western States which is engaged in talks on this question will, against all the odds, be brought to a successful conclusion. 122. Oman calls on the international community to make further efforts to ensure the fulfilment of the aspirations of the African peoples to independence and liberty, and to oppose all attempts by foreign Powers to intervene in their internal affairs or to drag them into their spheres of influence. 123. In this regard, we view with grave concern the critical situation in the Horn of Africa, which has come about as a result of military adventurism on the part of various foreign Powers, both large and small.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“That is why we support all unofficial international talks carried out under the auspices of the United Nations aimed at finding a formula that will guarantee the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan and the exercise by the Afghan people of their basic right to freedom, independence and the free choice of their own path towards the building of an independent, non-aligned State. At the same time, peace in Afghanistan will ensure security, stability and co-operation among neighbouring States. 121. Oman shares common aspirations and hopes with the African continent, which is seeking a solution to the explosive situation in South Africa. Oman condemns apartheid, the universally deplored policy being carried out by the Government of South Africa.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We are greatly disturbed also by reports concerning the use by the Soviets of internationally prohibited weapons against the people of Afghanistan, in violation of the Geneva Protocol of 1925? and in defiance of the resolutions adopted by this Assembly which seek to impose a complete and effective ban on any use of prohibited weapons. 120. The persistence of international strife in Afghanistan constitutes a direct political threat to the security, independence and sovereignty of the States of the Indian Ocean region.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“At the time of the invasion, the international community was quick to denounce this flagrant Soviet act in many forums. It demanded that the Soviet Union withdraw its invading forces from Afghanistan and respect the sovereignty, independence and non-aligned status of that country. Foremost among those international appeals directed to the Soviet Union concerning Afghanistan are the resolutions of this General Assembly, of which Oman had the honour of being a sponsor. The Soviets, however, have not as yet heeded these resolutions, nor have they shown any intention of finding a solution to this tragic problem. On the contrary, the number of their troops stationed in Afghanistan has increased and their operations against the valiant Afghan people have been intensified. 119.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Therefore, the Sultanate of Oman urges the Iranian Government to follow the example of Iraq by responding to the appeal,', and peaceful initiatives of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, the Secretary-General of the United Nations and the Gulf Co-operation Council designed to bring peace and security to the whole region. 117. Almost four years have passed since the Soviet Union militarily occupied Afghanistan in violation of all international norms and laws and of its legal commitments under the Charter of the United Nations. The loss of life, destruction and displacement caused by that occupation have affected the majority of the Afghan people and many of them have been made homeless, quite apart from having been deprived of all their internationally recognized rights. 118.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The continued war between Iraq and Iran has proved a serious drain on the human and material resources of those two countries. Already, thousands of their people have been killed in this war and immense sums of money have been wasted. Moreover, the war has not merely had serious consequences for the economies of these two States but has actually set back their development severely. 115. For their own benefit the two countries should exercise wisdom and restraint in order to overcome all the obstacles preventing them from putting an end to this destructive, futile war and should use their resources for the good of their peoples instead of wasting them so recklessly. 116.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The Gulf region is threatened by an unprecedentedly large oil slick, which continues to grow. It is created by the daily flow of thousands of barrels of oil from the Nayruz oil field in Iran, and it poses unimaginable environmental risks and jeopardizes marine life in the Gulf region. Furthermore, the safety of navigation is threatened by the mines floating in the Gulf. 113. All political efforts to remedy the situation have been frustrated because of the fierce war raging between these two Moslem neighbours, Iran and Iraq. The dire consequences of this destructive war, which we feel is absolutely senseless, are felt by the entire region. The repeated threats to close the Strait of Hormuz and to interrupt maritime traffic in the Gulf will lead to our region becoming an arena for direct confrontation between the super-Powers. 114.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The Sultanate of Oman supports the choice made by Lebanon of its own free will to exercise its rights and regain sovereignty over all parts of Lebanese soil. 110. It is incumbent upon the international community to support the desire of the Lebanese Government to see the withdrawal of all foreign forces from its territory, and to be given the opportunity to rebuild what has been destroyed and restore the original character of Lebanon as the world knew it before, a peaceful land of civilization and culture. HI. The recent achievement of a cease-fire in Lebanon is a very important step towards securing peace there. The international community should help the concerned parties within Lebanon to begin a national dialogue, so that sisterly Lebanon can regain its national unity, sovereignty and independence, which is what we all wish for. 112.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Now, one year later, despite the fact that Israel has failed to achieve its objectives, its armed forces are still occupying a large area of Lebanese territory under various false pretexts, in spite of the negotiations which have taken place between the Lebanese Government and Israel with a view to achieving the withdrawal of Israeli forces. 111. The critical situation in Lebanon, which is a consequence of the Israeli invasion, has compelled that country to enter into negotiations with Israel. Lebanon has seen these negotiations as a political opportunity to achieve the withdrawal of the Israeli invading forces and all foreign forces from its territory and the consequent restoration of its national sovereignty.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“It is also designed to create a new reality according to which the Palestinians would be denied the exercise of their sovereign rights in the territories, in preparation for the eventual annexation of those lands by Israel. 109. We believe that a lasting and just solution of the Middle East question requires Israel's recognition of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. It also requires facilitating the return of Palestinians now living abroad to their homeland in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, with a guarantee that they will not be subject to oppression or to restrictions on the free expression of their political views or the exercise of their legitimate inalienable rights. 110. In the summer of last year, Israeli forces invaded the territory of the sister State of Lebanon.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We have also seen United Nations reports on the situation of the Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip which indicate that Israel is planning to deprive the Arab villages in these territories of such essential services as electricity and water in order to subdue the Arab population and as a prelude to converting those territories into new Jewish settlements. The reports also indicate that Israel is still pursuing its plans to link the economy of the occupied Arab territories to that of Israel. 108. The continuation of the Israeli settlement policy in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank prevents the return of the Palestinians to those territories.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“A number of proposals have been made and intensive Arab and international efforts have been exerted, all with a view to settling this question. However, in defiance of the will of the international community, Israel has frustrated these efforts. 106. The establishment and expansion of Israeli settlements, the application of Israeli laws and legislation to the occupied Arab territories, the expulsion of the Arab population and the expropriation of their property, the changes in the historical and cultural character of the area and the violation of places sacred to various religions, in particular of the Holy City of Jerusalem, all constitute a flagrant disregard of the rules of international law and the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. These acts exemplify the expansionist policies of Israel. 107.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“In fact, the agenda of this session is the best indication of the paralysis which has stricken the will of the international community, a paralysis which is preventing us from doing what we all believe constitutes wisdom, propriety and civilized approach in dealing with the issues before us. 104. The question of Palestine, which lies at the heart of the Middle East crisis, heads our agenda session after session. The problem of the Palestinian people is one of the most serious problems threatening peace and security in our region, and perhaps in the entire world. 105. The numerous United Nations resolutions on the question of Palestine reflect the will of the international community and comprise the foundation of an objective attempt to establish a just and lasting peace.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We wish him continued success in dealing with the difficult tasks and complicated problems facing us in the world today. 103. I had hoped that I would be able to draw a more pleasant picture of the international situation than I did last year. Unfortunately, the reality of the situation precludes this. I believe that this view is shared by the speakers who have preceded me. Indeed, no tangible progress has taken place in international relations and, although it is easy enough for us to arrange endless meetings, we are still helpless in the face of the multitude of crises which we face.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“99. Mr. President, I should like to begin by expressing my congratulations to you on your election as President of the thirty-eighth session of the General Assembly. We are confident that your wisdom and expertise in international affairs will ensure that the business of the session will be conducted in the best possible manner. 100. I should also like to avail myself of this opportunity to express our appreciation to your predecessor, Mr. Imre Hollai, for his praiseworthy efforts during the past session. 101. Allow me to extend our sincere congratulations to Saint Christopher and Nevis for having gained independence and admission to membership of the United Nations. 102. We should also like to commend the Secretary- General and express our appreciation for what he has accomplished during his first year as Secretary-General.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We renew the pledge we made in the Preamble to the Charter for a serious endeavour to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, reaffirm our belief in fundamental human rights, in the equality of the rights of men and women, as well as of nations, large and small, and we renew our commitment to the principles and objectives enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“It clearly and realistically reflects our feelings, especially with respect to the developing countries which, more than all the others need to see that the United Nations receives the necessary support to enable it to fulfil the effective and decisive role clearly envisaged for it in the Charter. We hope this report will receive the attention it deserves and that at the current session the Assembly will explore effective means of eliminating the points of weakness in the work of the Organization, particularly during the last years, so that it may regain the importance accorded it by the peoples of the world at its inception. 182.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We hope that the States which could not, for one reason or another, vote in favour of the Convention will reconsider their positions, because that Convention is the outcome of long and continuous efforts exerted over the last 10 years, and it would be a waste of these efforts not to adopt it. Otherwise, States will resort to their former practices without any binding legal restraint defining their rights and obligations under the law of the sea. 181. Finally, I should like, with reference to the report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization to express my appreciation of his account of the situation in the world in general, and at the United Nations in particular. It merits attention far beyond that given to previous reports.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Oman participated in the adoption of the final text of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, in New York on 30 April, in spite of the fact that the final text did not include proposals and views put forward by Oman during the deliberations of the United' Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea during the past few years. We did so out of our belief that the Convention, in general, is fair to all and would put an end to the chaotic situation with respect to the seas—particularly as to exploration and exploitation of the resources of the sea-bed—in a way that would serve the interests of humanity at large without prejudice to the basic rights of the coastal States. 180.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Like any other developing country, the Sultanate of Oman feels the need for such international economic co-operation and considers it imperative that the developed countries increase their aid to the developing countries in order to raise the level of development in those countries, relieve their foreign indebtedness, and demonstrate increased flexibility and seriousness in the negotiations on the subject. The Sultanate of Oman feels that the international community is more than ever in duty bound to find a solution to the present economic crisis by devoting every effort to achieving the objectives and goals set forth in the International Development Strategy for the Third United Nations Development Decade. We hope that we shall soon witness positive results in this direction in response to the efforts of the Secretary-General. 179.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“On the contrary, it has witnessed a clear general deterioration in the economic situation in many countries of the world, and particularly in the developing countries. The obvious decline in the developing countries' terms of trade, the large increase in the cost of capital, inadequate demand for those countries' exports, frequent resort to the policy of protectionism, continued application of stringent and unfavourable terms for the transfer of technology to those countries—all this has weighed heavily on the economies of developing countries, disrupted their economic growth and led to a sharp increase in their balance-of payments deficit and foreign indebtedness. 178.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“That is why my country continues to support the decisions taken by the Group of 77 and the efforts made by the Group in this connection ever since the beginning of global negotiations on international economic co-operation for development, endorsed by the general Assembly at its thirty-fourth session we should like to emphasize that it is not possible to find any solution to such problems except on the basis of a common, universally accepted approach to the current global economic problems involving all States, and through agreed solutions regarded as permanent and fair by all. 177. Since then, to our regret, my delegation has not seen any positive development in the global economic negotiations.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Doubt, conflict, an increasing sense of insecurity and a tendency to resort to force still prevail. 173. It is imperative that the international community now look seriously into the fabric of relations among States in order to restore the role of the principles of international law and respect for the Charter of the United Nations, for it will be impossible to achieve progress in the field of disarmament without the fundamental elements of confidence and respect. 176. Like many other countries of the world, my country is aware of the increasing importance of establishing a new international economic order based on a fair balance between the prices of raw materials and manufactured products, taking into account the needs of developing countries and the need to accelerate their development.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Nevertheless, we have to bear in mind that the responsibility of the United Nations in the field of disarmament is a basic one which emanates^ as we indicated earlier, from its purposes and principles: to establish , the bases of peace and to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. The United Nations must urgently continue to assume this responsibility fully, without hesitation or despair. It is also imperative to mobilize the collective will to replace doubt with confidence, so that we can achieve positive results in this domain. 174. In this connection I should like to reiterate what the President of the second special session of the Assembly said. We should be ignoring reality if we failed to observe that this session is being convened at a turning point of the greatest concern in the field of international relations.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“In paragraph 126 of the document the Members of the Organization reaffirmed: their determination to work for general and complete disarmament and to make farther collective efforts aimed at strengthening peace and international security; eliminating the threat of war, particularly nuclear war; implementing practical measures aimed at halting and reversing the arms race; strengthening the procedures for the peaceful settlement of disputes; and reducing military expenses and utilizing the resources thus released in a manner which will help to promote the well-being of all peoples and to improve the economic conditions of the developing countries/' 173. The failure of the negotiations at the second special session and the subsequent disappointment to many parties are deplorable and regrettable.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We had entertained the hope that the negotiations and deliberations conducted during that session would be successful; but, as we all know, failure to reconcile the different points of view made it impossible to reach consensus on the major items on the agenda of that session, in spite of the preparatory meetings. We entertained the hope that the second special session would put into effect the Final Act of the Tenth Special Session of the general Assembly, which was adopted by consensus in 1978.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“My delegation would like to express its satisfaction at the adoption by the General Assembly at its thirty-sixth session of the Declaration on the Inadmissibility of Intervention and Interference in the Internal Affairs of States. It hopes that this Declaration, which emphasizes respect for this important principle, will be complied with, thus guaranteeing the right of all peoples to shape their own destinies and choose their systems of government without any outside intervention, pressure or threat. 172. Oman, like other peaceful States, attached great hopes and importance to the second special session devoted to disarmament.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Our concern with events in the Horn of Africa is closely associated with the security and safety of the coastal States of the Indian Ocean. The Sultanate of Oman, as one of those countries, is concerned for the security of this area and is therefore in favour of declaring it a zone of peace, It calls for an end to the competition between the super-Powers to establish spheres of influence in the region. As a member of the Ad Hoc Not Committee on the Indian Ocean, Oman is anxious to promote the efforts to arrange for the convening of the Conference on the Indian Ocean, which is scheduled to be held in Colombo in 1983, so that the goal of making the Indian Ocean region a demilitarized zone of peace may be achieved without further delay. 171.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We join the Africans in denouncing racial discrimination and we call for further efforts within and outside the United Nations to ensure that the aspirations of the African people to freedom and stability are fulfilled. 169. Because of its geographical position the Sultanate of Oman is directly concerned with events in the Horn of Africa. It regrets the continued attempts to interfere in the internal affairs of the region. It condemns the acts of aggression against the Somali sister State and demands an end to foreign intervention in the internal affairs of that region lest it should fall victim to foreign expansionism and attempts to propagate social systems imported from abroad; foisting them upon the people of the area with a view to exploiting their resources. 170.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“In this connection, we hope that at this session the Assembly will stress the need to respect the Charter and the principles embodied in it and the need to find a speedy and peaceful political solution based on the principles of non-interference in the internal affairs of sovereign States and the non-use of force, as well as the necessity for the immediate withdrawal of foreign troops, so that the Kampuchean people may determine their own destiny free from foreign interference and this region may enjoy peace. 168. Oman has a historical relationship with many of the countries and peoples of the African continent. We therefore share the aspirations of the peoples of the continent and their hope for a solution to the grave problems in southern Africa, particularly that of Namibia.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We call once again from this rostrum for a cessation of the Soviet aggression and the immediate withdrawal of the Soviet troops so as to enable the sister State of Afghanistan to regain control over its destiny and to choose its own political, economic and social system without any foreign interference or coercion. 167. In the context of the problem of western Asia we cannot ignore the deteriorating situation in the adjacent region of South-East Asia, namely, the continued occupation of Kampuchea by Vietnamese troops.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Despite the numerous United Nations resolutions demanding the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan, the reiteration of the same demand by the Islamic Conference and the Conference of Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Non-Aligned Countries, which was held at New Delhi, and the insistence on respect for the independence, sovereignty and non-aligned status of Afghanistan, Soviet troops continue to occupy Moslem non-aligned Afghanistan in complete disregard of the resolutions of the United Nations and other international and regional organizations concerned with this matter. 166.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We cannot but associate ourselves with those who have called for an immediate end to such human and economic waste and urge that a peaceful settlement between the two sister States be brought about as quickly as possible. 164. We welcomed the declaration by Iraq, within the framework of the League of Arab States, that it would withdraw its forces from Iranian territory to the international boundaries and was; ready to enter into negotiations to end the war. On the same principle and in the interest of peace and stability in the Gulf region, we urge the sister State of Iran to stop the war and move towards a peace which will take account of the legitimate rights of all the people. 165.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We express our hope that the return of the multinational peace-keeping force to Lebanon after supervising the departure of the Palestinian fighters will help the Lebanese Government exercise sovereignty over the whole of Lebanon. 162. The continuance of military conflict between the two neighbouring States of Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran is a source of concern and instability for the entire Gulf region and represents a threat to all the peoples there, and indeed to world peace and security, since it involves innumerable dangers and is exhausting the greater part of the natural and human resources of those two States, resources which could be channelled into economic and social development. 163.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“Israel's invasion of west Beirut and its massacre of defenceless Palestinian refugees, old men, women and children, were part of a policy of aggression and expansion which the Israeli occupation authorities were implementing, with civilians as their victims. Their actions have defied all human values and international mores. Oman calls on the leaders of the world and the States which were responsible for the evacuation of the Palestinian fighters from west Beirut, as well as the international pubic and international and humanitarian organizations, to shoulder their responsibilities fully at this crucial stage so as to stop the inhuman slaughter of Palestinian refugees. 161. The withdrawal of Israel from the whole of Lebanon should be carried out immediately in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“On 20 September 1982 the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Oman issued the following statement about the events in Lebanon: The Sultanate strongly denounces the barbaric massacres which have been committed and are being committed by Israel against unarmed Palestinian refugees, men, women and children, in the Sabra and Shatila camps in west Beirut. These genocidal massacres are a flagrant violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. They are a dangerous development, since they have contravened the spirit of peace and escalated tension and instability in the area. They recall the mass slaughter of Palestinians committed at Deir Yassin and Kafr Qasem by the Israeli authorities in 1948.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“The Israeli aggression against the Arab sister State of Lebanon, resulting in the occupation of Lebanese territories and violation of Lebanon's sovereignty, demonstrates to the whole world that Israel believes only in the use of force, and not in peacel Therefore, the international community must once again censure these brutall actions and demand that Israel withdraw its forces from Lebanon immediately, and, further, that it assist the Lebanese people to realize their hopes of stability and security. 160.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)
“We should take advantage of it and develop it, and the negative attitude of Israel should not be allowed to undermine our efforts. However, the Israeli persistence in frustrating all international efforts and rejecting all proposals for forward for solving the problem have led States to believe in the inevitability of the use of force in solving political problems involving Member States. This is a very serious matter. 139.”
1982-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 37 (1982)