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first: 1978-09-24
most recent: 1985-09-24
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“We consider that an international convention or agreement to regulate this problem should contain provisions making incumbent on persons with a higher education or on the companies hiring them the obligation to reimburse the countries of origin for the expenses of their training and education and to compensate for losses incurred. 120. In the endeavours to restructure international economic relations and establish a new international economic order, and to overcome underdevelopment, particular importance must be given to expanding and deepening economic co-operation among developing countries and to strengthening their solidarity and unity of action.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Romania attaches the greatest importance to the problem of countering the extremely harmful practice of the outflow from developing countries of trained manpower, which is depriving those countries of an essential element of their potential for economic and social development. While we express our appreciation for the efforts of the intergovernmental group of experts set up within UNCTAD, we believe it is necessary to increase efforts to work out, in the shortest possible time, an appropriate framework for international co-operation to forestall the adverse consequences of the outflow of trained personnel from the developing to the developed countries.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We believe it is necessary to redouble our efforts in order to secure broad and unhindered access for the developing countries to the discoveries of modem science and technology and a substantial transfer of technology to those countries on favourable terms appropriate to their specific development needs. It is also essential to expedite the process of negotiation in the framework of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in order to complete the drafting and adoption of a code of conduct on the transfer of technology and to finance, through existing United Nations mechanisms, the implementation of technical assistance projects in developing countries in order to assist in creating and improving the scientific and technological capabilities of those countries. 119.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“The solution we are proposing would also have to allow the developing countries access to international credits under favourable conditions and provide for the creation of a replenishment fund for credits that would be created by contributions from the developed countries. 117. At the same time, in the interest of fostering the entire process of world economic development, the existing international monetary system must be reorganized on new and equitable bases, with strict observance of new principles governing relations between States, so that the system can contribute to the stimulation of economic development in all countries, and, primarily, in the developing countries. 118.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In our view, such a solution must include complete cancellation of indebtedness for the least developed countries and a reduction by a significant percentage of the indebtedness of other developing countries, as well as a general, longer-term rescheduling of all debts at a reduced rate of interest or even without interest. At the same time, it would be necessary to set a maximum ceiling for the interest rate for older loans, not to exceed 7 to 8 per cent, and to deduct from the total debt any interest paid above that level. For new loans to developing countries, the interest rate should not exceed 5 per cent. A comprehensive solution would also have to make provision for a debt-service ratio of no more than 10 to 15 per cent of the annual export earnings of the countries concerned 116.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Particularly compelling is the need to find a radical, comprehensive solution to the problem of the foreign indebtedness of the developing countries. The policy of high interest rates, together with the effects of the economic crisis, can be blamed to a great extent for the current situation. In light of the serious situation that exists in this area, Romania believes that a comprehensive, rather than a selective, solution is required, one that can enunciate general principles for settlement of the foreign indebtedness of the developing countries. 115.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Within such a context, a programme of measures designed to assist the developing countries could be worked out, along with a comprehensive treaty on new principles to govern international economic relations. Romania is convinced that it is in the interest of both developed and developing countries to reach, without delay, a new understanding and to tum to a new policy with regard to world economic problems. It is high time that we do everything possible to find ways effectively to support the developing countries, to eradicate underdevelopment and to establish a new international economic order, which is an objective necessity for the stability and economic development of the entire world. 114.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Under these circumstances, Romania suggests that, during the course of the discussion of international economic problems at the current session, efforts should be concentrated on seeking ways to get real negotiations under way, within the United Nations, between developed and developing countries so as to overcome the world economic crisis, to solve in an equitable manner the problems of underdevelopment and to establish a new international economic order. 113. In that spirit we favour the urgent launching of global negotiations within a special committee, either by making use of the experience gained by the Third United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea or within the framework of a United Nations conference open to the participation of all Member States.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“An essential requirement for the peace and security of all peoples and for the very future of mankind itself is the elimination of underdevelopment, the reduction of the gap between rich and poor countries and the establishment of a new international economic order. 111. H is well known that in recent years, as a consequence of the world economic crisis and of a policy of excessively high interest rates, the overall economic situation has deteriorated considerably. Against that background, the gap between developed and developing countries has continued to widen. AH the negotiations conducted between North and South have up until now yielded virtually no results. 112.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“That body should act promptly and efficiently to prevent the emergence of new military confrontations and to promote the peaceful settlement of conflicts and any other controversial issues between States. 109. An important contribution to the strengthening of world peace and security and to the development of broad international co-operation can be made by the creation of good-neighbourly relations between States. The debates held up until now on this subject within the United Nations and the proposals and suggestions that have been advanced form the bases for proceeding to the elaboration of an international document that would contribute to developing and encouraging good-neighbourliness between States. 110.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In general, we consider it necessary that the United Nations act to fulfil its responsibility to bring a halt to military conflicts and to find peaceful solutions to all disputes between States solely through negotiations and other methods of peaceful settlement based on the fundamental principles of international law. 108. In the spirit of the Manila Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of International Disputes, adopted in 1982, we believe that the implementation of the proposal submitted at the last session by Nigeria, the Philippines and Romania on the establishment of a permanent commission on good offices, mediation and conciliation for the settlement of disputes and the prevention of conflicts among States^ is of the greatest importance.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Romania once again stresses its full solidarity with the struggle of the peoples of Africa for the total elimination of colonialism, for the protection and strengthening of their national independence and for their free advance towards economic and social progress. In that connection, we extend our full support to the struggle of the Namibian people, under the leadership of the South West Africa People's Organization, to achieve independence and for the immediate implementation of Security Council resolution 435 (1978) concerning Namibia's accession to independence. We firmly oppose the policy of apartheid and we call for full equality for all the citizens of South Africa and their full participation in that country's political life. 107.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“The fundamental interests of strengthening world peace and security require that everything possible be done and increased efforts made to ensure an urgent political settlement of the problems in other parts of the world, that a definitive end be put to interference in the internal affairs of other States and that the inalienable right of each people to its free and independent development be strictly respected. 106. In accordance with those guidelines, Romania reaffirms its solidarity and active support for the stand and the initiatives of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in its efforts and actions aimed at the peaceful, democratic and independent unification of the country.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Deeply concerned about the continuation of the war between Iraq and Iran, which is causing great human and material damage and creating new threats to the stability and peace of the region, Romania stands firmly for the immediate cessation of hostilities, for the withdrawal of troops by both sides within the internationally recognized borders that existed before the beginning of the conflict, and for the solution of all the issues between the two countries exclusively by the peaceful means of negotiations. We are concerned also about the trend towards escalation of the conflict in the Gulf area, and we stand for the immediate cessation of all military action in that region, as a first step towards the peaceful solution of the war between Iraq and Iran. 105.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Romania considers that this initiative, which has recently been endorsed by an ever-increasing number of States, is completely valid today and that increased efforts by the international community are required so that such a conference may be convened as soon as possible. 103. With regard to the situation in Lebanon, Romania has been calling for the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of Israeli troops from that country, for w-de reconciliation among the internal political forces, and for guaranteeing the independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Lebanon. 104.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“I would recall that, to that end, President Nicolae Ceausescu, as long ago as 1978, took the initiative of proposing the convening of an international peace conference on the Middle East, in the framework and with the active participation of the United Nations, a conference in which all the parties concerned, including the Palestine Liberation Organization [FLO]—the sole legitimate representative of the Palestinian people—the Soviet Union and the United States would participate, as well as other States that could contribute to the solution of the complex problems of that part of the world.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“It is in this context that Romania, as always, stands and firmly acts for a comprehensive solution in the Middle East and for a just and lasting peace, based on Israel's withdrawal from the territories occupied following the 1967 war, on the guarantee to the Palestinian people of its right to self-determination and to the establishment of its own independent State, and on the safeguarding of the right to a free and independent existence of all the States of the region.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We consider it imperative that the highest responsibility should be shown, in the overriding interests of peoples and of international peace and security, to ensure the cessation of military conflicts and the elimination of hotbeds of tension and to solve all issues in dispute among States by the only possible means: negotiations and peaceful methods. No matter how difficult and long the negotiations may be, they are preferable to any military confrontation, for such confrontation does nothing but complicate relations among States and worsen the international situation. 102.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“An essential cause of the extremely grave tension in the international situation and the increasing danger of war is the fact that now, almost 40 years after the end of the Second World War, military confrontations and conflicts are taking place in various regions of the world, resulting in huge human and material losses and in the widening and perpetuation of tension and suspicion, which prevent solutions by means of negotiations and threaten peace throughout the world ever more seriously. That is why Romania constantly acts in favour of the political settlement of all disputes between States.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In Romania's view, a realistic way to achieve tangible progress towards disarmament is the freezing of military expenditures by all States—and in particular by the great Powers, which are heavily armed—to be followed by the reduction of military budgets. The funds thus saved could be channelled to the development of the countries making such reductions, as well as to support the efforts of the developing countries. We appreciate the activities to this end carried out within the United Nations, and Romania will act in favour of continuing the process of drafting principles to guide States in their negotiations of international agreements for freezing and reducing military expenditures. 101.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In our view, it is absolutely necessary to agree on concrete measures for the cessation of the arms race in outer space and for strict observance by all States of the obligations they have undertaken, pursuant to the international agreements in force, to begin serious negotiations with a view to preventing the extension of military competition to this area and ensuring the effective use of outer space for exclusively peaceful purposes, in the interest of all mankind. We therefore support the proposal by the Soviet Union that negotiations for the prevention of the militarization of outer space should start. 100.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“If both sides acted responsibly, demonstrating the necessary political will, an understanding could be reached. Even if it did not ensure substantial reductions, it would have a positive impact upon the peoples. It would thus be proved that it is possible to reverse the trend of escalation of the arms race and to make progress on the road to the achievement of a balance of forces based not on an increase but on a decrease in armed forces and armaments. 98. Romania has consistently stood and acted for developing co-operation with all the Balkan States, enhancing trust and co-operation among those countries and turning that region into a zone free of nuclear weapons and foreign military bases. We likewise support the creation of such zones in northern and central Europe as well as in other parts of the world. 99.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Romania will continue to do everything in its power, in co-operation with all the other delegations, to ensure that that Conference makes a contribution, through its proceedings and its practical results, to the strengthening of confidence and security in Europe and that it fully meets the expectations of peoples for disarmament—and, in the first place, nuclear disarmament—and for the building of a united Europe, free of nuclear weapons, a Europe of peace and co-operation between all its States, whatever their social systems. 97. In our view, it is also necessary that everything be done to reach agreement urgently on concrete measures at the Vienna Talks on Mutual Reduction of Forces and Armaments and Associated Measures in Central Europe, those negotiations have been deadlocked for many years now.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“We believe also that, within the framework of the Conference on Disarmament, at Geneva, the time has come to intensify negotiations designed to reach, without delay, a generally accepted agreement on the banning and destruction of chemical weapons, on the basis of the proposals submitted to the Conference. The actions envisaged for the attainment of that objective must be an integral part of the efforts to achieve the prohibition and elimination of all weapons of mass destruction. 96. We attach great importance to the work of the Conference on Confidence- and Security-building Measures and Disarmament in Europe, meeting at Stockholm.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Consequently, Romania has resolutely stood, and will continue to stand, in favour of the cessation of the arms race, and first of all the nuclear-arms race. We believe that a wide range of firm measures are required in this field, including the achievement of a turning-point in the disarmament negotiations, which for several years now have been practically at a total stalemate. 94. We also believe that the Soviet Union and the United States must resume their negotiations in all fields of nuclear disarmament and that a conference should be convened, with the participation of all nuclear-weapon States, with a view to achieving the cessation of the production of new nuclear weapons and of proceeding to the gradual reduction of existing ones and eventually to their complete elimination. 95.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Taking into account the huge quantities of nuclear arms that have been stockpiled, when each side—the United States and the Soviet Union—can destroy all mankind at least 10 times over with the weapons they already possess, there is really no point in maintaining that several hundred missiles more or less could affect the balance of forces between the two sides. There is therefore no justification whatever for continuing to test and produce new nuclear weapons. That is why it is necessary to act with all due responsibility for the interests of the peoples and of mankind, and to cease the production of new nuclear weapons and eliminate the existing ones; that is fully in accordance with the interests of civilization and of all the nations of the world. 93.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“This is why it cannot be argued in any way that the production and deployment of new nuclear weapons would constitute a means of enhancing security and peace. Quite the contrary: any new nuclear weapon increases the insecurity of peoples and the danger of the destruction of civilization and mankind. Attempts to play down the seriousness of the danger of the use of nuclear weapons are aimed solely at deceiving peoples and at influencing and hampering the struggle of the masses for peace and disarmament and for the cessation of the policy of confrontation and the use or threat of the use of force. The peoples must be openly told that their survival and the survival of future generations are in danger, that there could be no justification for the continuation of the arms race or for testing and producing new nuclear weapons. 92.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Faced with the grave danger posed by the unceasing escalation of the arms race, and first and foremost the nuclear-arms race, it is imperative to draw all the necessary conclusions and to take action to eliminate nuclear weapons, fully taking into account the severe warning of those scientists who have demonstrated that the use of only a part of existing nuclear arsenals would result in the destruction of all of civilization and would obliterate even those conditions necessary for life on our planet. In a future world war, in a nuclear war, there would be neither vanquished nor victors; nuclear weapons would not take into account differences between social systems; they would destroy nearly all of mankind. 91.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Giving expression to the will and fundamental aspirations of the entire Romanian people for peace, President Nicolae Ceausescu stated in a speech delivered on the occasion of the fortieth anniversary of the National Day of Romania: "From this solemn meeting we appeal to all heads of State and Government, to all peoples of Europe and to the entire world to unite our efforts in order to bar the way towards a world war and a nuclear catastrophe. We have succeeded for close to 40 years now in preventing a new world war, but now we are facing a very grave situation. We must do everything possible before it is too late, we must go beyond all considerations and put an end to the arms race, and above all the nuclear-arms race, to ensure the supreme right of all peoples to existence, to life, to independence, to freedom and to peace." 90.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“The Romanian delegation intends to hold wide consultations, in an open spirit of co-operation, with all interested delegations in order to find the best ways by which the General Assembly can contribute to the attainment of these objectives. 88. In defence of peace, a huge movement of peoples is developing in Europe and in other regions of the world. This powerful movement has already achieved some important results. Many cities have declared themselves nuclear-free zones. The Romanian people, using all its strength on the great front of peace, nourishes the conviction that by acting in a firm and united manner the peace movement, progressive forces and peoples throughout the world can put a halt to the dangerous course of events leading towards tension and war and can promote disarmament and peace. 89.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In this spirit, we hold that, simultaneously with the resumption of the Geneva negotiations between the Soviet Union and the United States, it would be necessary to set up a consultative commission of the countries belonging to the two military alliances in which other European States, including neutral and non-aligned countries, would also take part. Such a commission would consider the proposals put forward and make its contribution towards achieving an agreement between the two sides. 86. Given the special importance of these problems for the peace and security of the entire world, we believe that it is the duty of all States Members of the United Nations to do everything possible to contribute to finding adequate solutions responding to the interests of the peoples and the need for détente and stability throughout the world. 87.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“Romania believes that European countries on whose territory medium-range nuclear missiles have already been deployed—or where such deployment is envisaged—bear a special responsibility for the fate of their own peoples and for the fate of peace in Europe and throughout the world. Those countries must be the first to act resolutely to stop the deployment of United States weapons, to cancel the counter measures and to bring about resumed negotiations between the Soviet Union and the United States. 85. Since the deployment of nuclear missiles concerns the life and existence of all European peoples, it is necessary for all States of the continent to participate actively in the conclusion of agreements and understandings providing for the elimination of missiles from Europe, thus barring the way towards a nuclear catastrophe.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“In the current international circumstances, Romania and its President stand for and resolutely militate for the halting of the deployment of United States medium-range nuclear missiles in Europe and the establishment of a programme with a time-limit for the withdrawal of those already in place, as well as for the cessation of Soviet nuclear countermeasures and the establishment of a programme with a time-limit for the cancellation and elimination of measures which have already been implemented. Likewise, we consider that everything must be done for the urgent resumption of Soviet-United States negotiations aimed at achieving adequate agreements, which must ensure the elimination of medium-range and tactical missiles and of nuclear weapons from Europe. 84.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“The interests of peace, the policy of detente, co-operation and security demand that everything be done to halt this dangerous course of events leading towards tension and war, to avoid a nuclear catastrophe, which, for all practical purposes, would mean the very destruction of human civilization and of those conditions necessary for the existence of life on our planet. 82. Romania, and its President, Nicolae Ceaugescu, believe that the fundamental issue of our time is the halting of the arms race and the implementation of substantial measures of disarmament, first and foremost nuclear disarmament, thereby defending the supreme right of man and of peoples to existence, to life, to freedom, independence and peace. 83.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“A particularly aggravating factor in the international situation is the acceleration of the arms race and, first and foremost, the nuclear-arms race, which has increased the danger of a new world war which, under present circumstances, would inevitably become a destructive thermonuclear war. The switchover to deployment by the United States of medium- range nuclear missiles in the countries of Western Europe and the consequent use of nuclear counter- measures announced by the Soviet Union have further aggravated the entire world situation, and especially the situation in Europe. 81.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“I have the greatest pleasure in conveying to you, Sir, our warmest congratulations and best wishes for success on the occasion of your election to the presidency of the thirty-ninth session of the General Assembly. 79. The work of the Assembly is taking place in a very complex international situation and in an environment marked by particularly grave tension. The policy of maintaining and re-dividing zones of influence and spheres of domination and the policy of force and the threat of force are intensifying. Old conflicts among States have been aggravated while new ones have emerged. Manifestations of the current economic crisis—which affect practically all States and particularly the developing ones—have been amplified, thus further heightening world economic and political instability. 80.”
1984-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 39 (1984)
“I should like to reaffirm the determination of the Romanian delegation to contribute, together with other delegations, to finding practical solutions, solutions which are as effective as possible, to the numerous important issues on the agenda of this session, so that through common effort and in a constructive spirit of co-operation we shall be able to ensure the triumph of reason, of the policy of understanding, detente, security and peace, and of respect for the national independence of all peoples.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“It is essential to act even more resolutely to change the course of international events and to adopt a new policy which could ensure for all peoples the fulfilment of their aspirations for a better and more just life and for a policy of peace and international co-operation. 17L In this spirit, Romania is carrying out a broad range of international activities, focusing on developing its relations with all socialist countries—first of all with its neighbours—and on expanding its relations with developing countries, non-aligned countries and other States, in the spirit of the principles of peaceful coexistence. 172.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We consider it necessary that the terms of reference of the Special Committee on the Charter of the United Nations and on the Strengthening of the Role of the Organization should be simplified and made more precise, so that that Committee might concentrate on major proposals and submit to the General Assembly specific proposals, adopted by consensus, for improving the effectiveness of the United Nations and its contribution to the maintenance and consolidation of world peace and security. 170. The peoples of the world, deeply concerned over the complex developments in the international situation, look with confidence and hope towards the United Nations and look forward to the results of this session of the General Assembly.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We believe that the time has come to give profound consideration to specific means for ensuring, through the United Nations, the implementation of the fundamental purposes proclaimed by the Charter. We are thinking primarily of proposals to improve United Nations activities substantially, further to democratize its bodies, structures and functions, to strengthen the effectiveness of the United Nations and to adapt it to the requirements and realities of today's world. 169.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“166. Life and the realities of today demonstrate that the issue of strengthening the role of the United Nations and of effectively using the potential and the framework of the world body for the settlement of the major problems of humanity has never been so pressing as it is now. 167. At this crucial moment for the whole of mankind, the solution of complex issues of international life increasingly requires the active participation, with full rights, of all States irrespective of social system or size, first and foremost of small and medium-sized countries, the developing and non-aligned countries which represent the huge majority of the peoples of the world. 168.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Moreover, there are a number of other valuable suggestions and proposals put forward by Member States in the General Assembly, in the Advisory Committee for the International Youth Year, in the regional meetings and in other forums which deserve further consideration, with all due attention and in a receptive spirit. 165. It is now for the General Assembly to adopt the decisions necessary to intensify preparations for International Youth Year and to ensure adequate observance of this important event at the world-wide level, under the auspices of the United Nations, as well as to ensure that youth-related issues have a place within the general framework of United Nations concerns which is commensurate with the important role of the younger generation in the world of today and of tomorrow and that those issues are adequately followed up.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The holding in 1983 of five regional meetings on International Youth Year—among them the European meeting, of which Romania had the pleasure of hosting, at Costliest—marks a new stage in the effective preparation of the Year. 164. The Specific Programme of Measures and Activities to be undertaken prior to and during the International Youth Year, the additional recommendations on its implementation and the reports of the five regional meetings, submitted to the Assembly at this session and set out measures at the national level, as well as action to increase international co-operation in settling specific problems confronting the younger generation today.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We consider that UNCTAD should continue these efforts with the participation of all countries with a view to agreeing upon a set of principles, guidelines and norms concerning the drain of personnel, and upon an integrated programme of action in this field, which could eliminate the harmful consequences of this phenomenon for the developing countries. 162. With the observance of 1985 as International Youth Year, with its motto "Participation, Development, Peace", the problems of the younger generation will, with good reason, attract ever increasing attention from States and international public opinion. This should be reflected in the concerns, the debates and the decisions of the present session of the General Assembly. 163.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“In any event, it is necessary to agree on an appropriate negotiating format drawing upon the experience of other complex international negotiations, such as those which took place at the United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea, and to start urgently negotiations on major economic problems to find generally acceptable solutions which could contribute to the lasting recovery of the world economy, to the elimination of underdevelopment and to the establishment of a new international economic order. 161. Among the items to be considered at this session is that concerning the flow of qualified personnel out of the developing countries. The group of experts convened by UNCTAD, at the initiative of the Group of 77, has begun work and will hold at least two more meetings.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“This could be achieved, first and foremost, through an annual reduction in military expenditures of from 10 to 15 per cent. 158. The North-South negotiations carried out thus far, including those at the sixth session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development this year, have not produced significant results. Overcoming the economic crisis and re-launching the growth process in the developing countries urgently require genuine economic dialogue between developed and developing countries. 159. To facilitate this dialogue it would be useful to establish within the United Nations a mechanism open to all Member States for the examination of the major economic problems facing the international community in the fields of raw materials, energy, trade, the external debt of developing countries, and money and finance. 160.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“We consider it necessary to cancel the debts of the poorest countries and to reduce the debts of other countries proportionately with their per capita national income and reschedule them over a longer period of time, interest- free or at a low rate of interest. As an interim measure, one could consider postponing the external debts of developing countries for two or three years, interest-free or at a low rate of interest, and then to hold negotiations between borrower and lender countries in the framework of a conference to find adequate solutions. 157. Regenerating economic growth in the developing countries—without which a lasting and general recovery is not possible—requires, among other things, a substantial flow of financial resources from the developed countries to the developing countries.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“This would ensure a speedy and lasting general recovery in the world economy, a resumption of the development process in the developing countries and the taking of concrete steps towards the establishment of a new, more just international economic order which would take account of the interests of all nations. In our view, that is a fundamental prerequisite for ensuring general economic stability and for improving the international political climate. 156. I wish to stress in particular the gravity of the developing countries' external debt to the developed countries, which has become a fundamental world-wide problem. A solution of that problem depends on halting the deterioration of the situation in the developing countries and in achieving world economic stability.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“Given the growing interdependence between rich and poor countries, overcoming the economic crisis requires not only an upswing in the economic activities of the developed countries, but also a revitalization of the economic development process in the developing countries and the creation of the proper conditions for enabling those countries to regain their dynamic role in the world economy and in the growth of international trade. 155. It is the view of Romania and of its President, Nicolae Ceausescu, that the present negative situation in the world economy and particularly the seriousness of the economic situation of the developing countries urgently require establishment of genuine co-operation between developed and developing countries, based on the principles of equality and equity.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)
“The international economic situation, marked by increased signs of crisis, has brought about a profound upheaval in trade relations and economic co-operation among States which has had a negative effect on all States, but particularly on the developing ones by helping to perpetuate and broaden the gap between the rich and the poor countries. 153. Of particular concern are certain trends such as the extension of protectionist measures and discriminatory practices, the growing disproportion between the prices of raw materials and of manufactured goods, the increase in the external debt burden of developing countries and high interest rates for development loans, the reduction in aid programmes and hampering access to modem technology. 154.”
1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)