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“It is only by the use of political means, in a spirit of justice and respect for the legitimate rights and interests of all the parties concerned, that a lasting settlement can be achieved. In order to create a favourable climate for the promotion of such solutions, it is necessary to avoid any action that might increase tension and add to the gravity of the situation, making it even more difficult to solve the problems of the Middle East. 69. Romania has consistently opposed military operations in the Middle East and still believes in the need for a peaceful settlement of the conflict, in accordance with the legitimate interests and rights of all peoples living in that region.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The Romanian people has supported and will continue whole-heartedly to support the people of Viet-Nam in its just struggle to preserve its independence and the freedom of its homeland. 67. In another area of the world, the Middle East, a focus of conflict still exists, with serious consequences for world peace. Military encounters, the material destruction and loss of human lives which they entail, are inflicting untold damage on the populations of that region and only serve the interests of imperialist circles, which are seeking to sharpen differences and heighten tension in order to maintain and consolidate their domination. 68. All the experience of contemporary international affairs confirms that attempts to settle conflicts by the use of force cannot lead to viable solutions.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The Romanian Government has noted with satisfaction the formation of the Provisional Revolutionary Government of the Republic of South Viet-Nam, with which it has established diplomatic relations. 66. In the interests of peace, a settlement of the conflict in South Viet-Nam must be brought about by political means at the negotiating table and in strict observance of the fundamental national interests of the people of Viet-Nam. We hope that the negotiations in Paris will lead to the conclusion of the war and to the withdrawal of foreign troops from Viet-Nam, thus creating the conditions in which the people of Viet-Nam can solve its domestic problems, including the problem of reunification of its homeland, in accordance with its inalienable right to self-determination without any foreign interference.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“By mobilizing all their energies to oppose the United States intervention with a courage and strength born solely of faith in a just cause, the people of Viet-Nam has provided irrefutable factual evidence that a people defending its sacred right to a free and independent existence cannot be overcome. This example increases the confidence of peoples in their own strength and makes them ever more determined to defend their right to a free and independent existence. 65. The establishment of the Provisional Revolutionary Government of the Republic of South Viet-Nam, which gained wide diplomatic recognition from the outset, testifies eloquently to the profound aspirations of the popular masses in South Viet-Nam, who are fighting for the freedom and independence of their homeland.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“To save the world from another conflagration, we believe it is particularly important to stabilize relations among States, to promote peaceful means of settling international disputes and to prohibit and banish force and tactics based on force from international affairs. 64. The bankruptcy of the policy of force is fully illustrated by the failure of the foreign intervention in Viet-Nam, where it has been confronted by the unflinching will of the people of Viet-Nam to defend its right to choose and freely to pursue its own social and political development.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The great progress achieved in modern science and technology by human genius has enhanced the possibilities of reducing these disparities through the application of new achievements to the national economy and through the assimilation of science which thus tends to become an integral part of each country’s potential. The Second Development Decade represents an attempt to approach the economic and social problems of developing countries in a concerted manner and in a long-term perspective. We are convinced that the United Nations and its specialized agencies have an important part to play and a great task to perform in implementing this programme. 63.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The efforts made by the young States themselves to strengthen their institutions and make full use of their material and human resources, to train qualified personnel, and to ensure that the masses enjoy the benefits of culture, which were systematically denied to these peoples during the colonial era, all these objectives and initiatives should find solid support in international co-operation so that these tasks may be lightened and swiftly achieved. 62. It is very difficult to conceive of international relations following a normal course if the gulf continues to widen between developed and developing countries in circumstances where material and intellectual: wealth accumulates on one side only.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In expressing its complete solidarity with the peoples fighting for freedom and national independence, Romania firmly condemns the policy of apartheid and racial discrimination enforced by the ruling circles of the Republic of South Africa and Southern Rhodesia, as well as the policy of colonial oppression practised in Namibia, Angola and Mozambique. 60. The complete and final eradication of the former state of affairs presupposes the removal of any form of exploitation or domination, open or concealed, colonialist or neo-colonialist, and the strengthening of the economic and political independence of the new States. 61.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The Romanian people, having in the course of its history experienced all the bitterness of foreign exploitation and oppression, firmly supports the peoples’ struggle against colonialism and neo-colonialism, their fight to achieve and consolidate their national independence and their efforts to promote social progress. In this spirit, the Government of the Socialist Republic of Romania has suggested that the Preparatory Committee for the Tenth Anniversary of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples should propose that the General Assembly, at its next session, should recommend effective steps for eliminating the remaining traces of the colonial system once and for all. 59.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Concerned for the respect due to the principles embodied in the Charter, for the right of every people to self-determination, Romania, together with other countries, has repeatedly asked for the withdrawal of the foreign troops which are occupying South Korea under cover of the United Nations, and for the dissolution of the so-called United Nations Commission for the Unification and Rehabilitation of Korea. 57. The consolidation of peace and the promotion of international co-operation make it imperative to eliminate the last traces of colonialism and to respect the sacred right of every people to decide its own future and freely to choose its own course of social and political development. 58.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The reinstatement of the People’s Republic of China in its legitimate rights in the United Nations, which Romania has consistently supported, would strengthen the Organization and enhance its effectiveness and prestige in the world. 55. In the interests of the European and world situation, we also attach particular importance to the normalization of relations with the German Democratic Republic and to its admission to the United Nations. The presence of the two German States in the Organization would enable them to participate actively in international affairs on an equal footing and would exert a beneficial effect on the activities of the United Nations. 56.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Once again we would emphasize the need for the reinstatement of the People’s Republic of China in its legitimate rights in the United Nations and all its specialized agencies, as well as for the long-delayed but inevitable expulsion of envoys of Chiang Kai-shek from the seat they are illegally occupying. If it is to hold out hope of an effective and lasting solution, any realistic approach to the major problems of the modern world — whether they concern disarmament and international security or the elimination of under-development, or whether they relate to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy or the resources of the sea—calls for the participation of that great socialist State.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Many aspects of contemporary political affairs point to the ability of States, both large and small, to make a positive contribution to the settlement of international problems, to influence events by firmly steering them in the direction of a relaxation of tension and an improvement in the international climate. We welcome the steadily increasing trend, based on political realism and on overriding considerations of peace, towards the participation of all States, on an equal footing, in the settlement of political issues, and towards implementation of the principle of the universality of international bodies, agreements and treaties of general interest. 54.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“A particularly significant role devolves on international co-operation, which is called upon to support the economic and social development of developing countries and to facilitate and promote this process. Indeed, it is in the true interests of the international community as a whole to contribute to the development of young States, so that they may take their due place in the international community in accordance with the principle of equal rights of States, and participate fully in the active and many-sided process of co-operation among all the nations of the world. 53.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“By promoting relations in the fields of economic, cultural and scientific co-operation, by taking part in the implementation of international programmes concerned with research and peaceful application in the domains of outer space, the oceans, human environment, biology or atomic energy, States can become familiar with the language of co-operation, and can promote an atmosphere conducive to understanding and rapprochement among peoples. 51. In our view, which is shared by many other States, the specific and well-defined purpose of international co-operation is to facilitate, reinforce and protect the constructive efforts made by each nation, and to give every one the possibility of raising its economy, science and culture to the level of the requirements of modern civilization. 52.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Co-operation among States is an objective necessity imposed by the present condition of mankind and is rapidly multiplying ties among peoples. The profound changes that are taking place in the modern world, the dynamic growth of the forces of production, the explosive impact of science and technology on all sectors of human activity, the intensification of the international division of labour objectively impose the compelling need to expand, multiply and diversify the bonds of co-operation and to develop relations and contacts among States. 50. Today, economic and cultural progress is inconceivable without an extensive and sustained dialogue between States, regardless of their social and political systems.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The course of international affairs has shown — and continues to show — that the consistent application of these principles in international relations, the total elimination of policies of domination and pressure, the assurance that the necessary conditions will exist for each nation freely to choose the course of its development constitute the essential prerequisite for peace, international security and co-operation in the modern world. 49. Of the principles that shape the background to relations among the sovereign nations with equal rights that make up the international community, co-operation, one of the fundamental tenets of the Charter of the United Nations, is having an ever-increasing impact on present-day international life.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“My country’s experience in recent years in the field of political and diplomatic relations and in international life in general permits me to assert that, providing these principles are respected, good relations can be developed among all States regardless of their size or potential. Strict observance of these principles furnishes and ensures the best international setting for the development of each nation’s creative capacities and for its economic and spiritual advancement. At the same time, it represents the key to the establishment of relations of mutual trust and confidence and of collaboration among States, while reinforcing their international rule of law.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Today, when the destinies and interests of all the peoples are more closely interwoven than ever before in a common effort to achieve a relaxation of tension and peace, differences in social and political systems should not be an obstacle to understanding and co-operation, provided, of course, that there is a desire for concerted action in this direction. 48. Romania has based its relations with all States on respect for the principles of national sovereignty and independence, equality of rights, non-interference in internal affairs, mutual advantage and strict observance of every nation’s right to decide its own future in accordance with its vital aspirations and interests.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In a spirit of peaceful coexistence, my country has consistently pursued an active policy designed to expand economic, political, cultural, scientific and technological co-operation with all the States in the world, regardless of their social system. 46. Ascribing dynamic significance to the concept of peaceful coexistence, Romania’s leaders have held meetings and engaged in discussions and negotiations with Heads of State and Government and with outstanding personalities in many countries of the world, convinced that this is the way to better mutual understanding, to increased confidence among States, and to stabilization of the international political atmosphere. 47.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“An essential prerequisite for the fulfilment of that programme is the existence of conditions conducive to the maintenance of peace and co-operation among all peoples, for it is only in such a context that each nation can reap the benefits of a world-wide exchange of values. That is what lies at the root of Romania’s foreign policy and of its staunch support for the cause of peace and international collaboration. 45. Romania, being a socialist country, the core of its foreign policy naturally lies in the promotion of friendly relations and co-operation with all socialist countries that share the same philosophy and goals.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The fundamental objectives of this vast programme are the expansion and modernization of the entire economy through the application of the achievements of modern science and technology, the increased well-being of the people, the improvement of social and State activities, the active participation of all citizens in the formulation and implementation of the country’s domestic and foreign policies and the protection of the broadest rights and democratic freedoms for all members of society in the interests of the full and unrestricted development of the human personality. 44.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Evidence of this dynamism is to be found in the fact that, in comparison with the year 1938, the country’s total industrial output has increased some 17-fold, its agricultural production has doubled and the real per capita income of the population has tripled. 43. On the basis of Romania’s economic and social realities and the nation’s desire for peace and progress, plans have been adopted for the next decade outlining our goals and the ways and means of achieving steady material and spiritual advancement.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We join all those individuals and peoples who have paid a unanimous and moving tribute to his memory in celebrating the centenary of his birth. I avail myself of this occasion to renew the expression of the Romanian people’s esteem and friendship for the people of India, for its glorious history and for its illustrious contribution to human civilization. 42. The Romanian people have recently celebrated the twenty-fifth anniversary of the liberation of Romania from the Facist yoke, an event which ushered in a new era in our history. In fact it is during the last quarter of a century that Romania, for the first time in its history, has become truly independent, has acquired the capacity for determining its own destiny and has firmly embarked on the course of dynamic development in every sector of social life.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“I would further like to take this opportunity to renew the expression of our high regard for U Thant, the Secretary-General, and for his activities directed to strengthening the Organization and enhancing its role in international affairs. 40. I should also like to pay a tribute to the memory of the last President of the General Assembly, Mr. Emilio Arenales, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, and to express our deep sorrow at the untimely passing of a distinguished representative of the Latin American school of diplomacy. 41. May I, Madam President, associate myself with the feelings of profound respect you have just expressed for Mahatma Gandhi, one of the great figures in the achievement of independence by the Indian people and indeed in the history of modern times.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“38. On behalf of the delegation of the Socialist Republic of Romania, allow me, Madam President, to offer you sincere congratulations on your election to the high office of President of this session of the General Assembly. This election is a tribute to your country and at the same time a recognition of your qualities as an outstanding diplomat and of your long service to the United Nations. It also bears witness to the respect of the international community for the important contribution made by the African countries to the task of promoting co-operation between peoples and the consolidation of peace throughout the world. 39.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“I said at the beginning of this statement that the solution of the complex problems of international life demands sustained effort on the part of all States. 108. May I end by assuring you that the Romanian delegation is determined to take part in the discussion of the items on this session's agenda so as to work in co-operation with other delegations to ensure that the United Nations plays its proper role ever more fully, and responds to the expectations of the peoples who long for the inauguration of a world of peace and uninterrupted progress, and for the promotion of international relations on the basis of the sovereign equality of States.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The complexity of the problems to be solved leads us to turn our full attention towards efforts to secure maximum efficiency from international co-operation, not only through the co-ordination of the various activities of the United Nations in these fields but also by drawing up long term plans capable of giving these activities the necessary long-range orientation. 106. The annual report of the Secretary-General [A/6301] brings to our attention a vast range of problems and activities, all of which demand energy, zeal and abnegation and to which U Thant — to whom the Romanian Government once again expresses its esteem and appreciation — through his experience and devotion, makes a remarkable contribution that Romania sincerely hopes will be continued. 107.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Sharing in the hopes raised by the establishment of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, the Romanian delegation believes that the achievement of the important objectives which the United Nations has set itself in this field implies," at the same time, a reworking of the assistance which it gives to developing countries as regards for example inventories of natural resources, affirmation of national sovereignty over those resources, elimination of illiteracy, training of cadres at every level, planning, free access to the discoveries of contemporary science, the elimination of barriers and discrimination from international trade, and the transformation of international trade and financial relations into an effective instrument of progress. 105.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The General Assembly has a highly responsible task in this connexion at the present session, the task of setting up a new specialized agency to round out the institutional framework of the United Nations in a vital sector of development: industrialization. 104.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Of course, no international mechanism, no matter how perfect, could replace a State's own initiative in drawing up its development policy or its responsibility for the implementation of that policy. On the other hand, the obligations of the United Nations machinery and its specialized agencies are many as regards exchanges of experience and ideas in spheres of common interest, access to what has become the joint patrimony of the contemporary world, and the intensification and acceleration of the efforts made by the United Nations in response to the requests of Member States which are putting such programmes into effect. 103.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“A demonstration of the complex development of our national economy is the increase in national income, which has quadrupled in this period, thus creating favourable conditions for the systematic raising of the standard of living of the population. 101. The progress made by its economy as a result of sustained effort enables Romania at the same time to extend its activities on behalf of international economic co-operation. 102. Taking account of the concern of Member States to develop their national economies, the United Nations has put into operation a whole series of programmes, mechanisms and international agencies which form a useful complement to the ties which are being formed among States in the fields of economic, technological, scientific and cultural co-operation.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The achievement of these objectives, the rational exploitation of the human and material resources of each country, and the consolidation of the national independence and sovereignty of States, all depend upon industrialization, to such an extent that it can be said that in our day these two concepts — development and industrialization — have become synonymous. 99. It is by pressing on perseveringly with industrialization and working out a plan with wide perspectives that my country has succeeded not only in increasing its industrial production, which is more than six times larger today than fifteen years ago, but also in imposing a steady rhythm of modernization on every branch of production and in developing education and scientific research on a large scale. 100.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“This is a particularly pressing requirement just now when most of these countries have only just freed themselves from the colonial system which had held back their development for centuries. 97. Economic development, within the framework of national programmes established in accordance with the individual historic circumstances and with the aspirations of the nations concerned, is the essential basis for true political independence, which makes it possible to expand and diversify international economic relations on mutually advantageous terms. 98.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We must also note that the process of liquidating the last vestiges of colonialism is going forward disappointingly slowly, and that there are still peoples languishing under colonial oppression. 95. Disturbed by the threat to international peace and security which the prolongation of this state of affairs constitutes, Romania condemns the policy of apartheid maintained by the racist Government of South Africa despite the protests of the entire world. It fully supports the liberation struggles of the peoples of South West Africa and Southern Rhodesia. 96. One fundamental requirement, if the young States are to be able to play the active and creative role in international life to which they are entitled, is the consolidation of their national economies as independent entities.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The progress of the national liberation movement, and the changes that have taken place in the economic, political and social conditions of the peoples who have in recent years acquired the right to an independent life, constitute one of the most significant aspects of the irreversible forward march of mankind. 93. Romania enjoys friendly relations within the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America. It will continue in the future to devote full attention to initiatives to promote and expand co-operation with those young States which are struggling to wipe out the vestiges of colonial domination and build their own economic and social prosperity. 94.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The Romanian delegation supports the proposal of the Government of the Soviet Union [A/6397] regarding the implementation of the Declaration on the Inadmissibility of Intervention in the Domestic Affairs of States and the Protection of their Independence and Sovereignty. It also considers that the General Assembly should pay the requisite attention to the item placed on the agenda at the request of ten States including Romania [A/6394], regarding the withdrawal of the American troops and other foreign forces now, under the aegis of the United Nations, occupying South Korea. 91. Many of the items on this session's agenda are related to the struggle of the peoples to defend and consolidate their national independence against colonialism and neo-colonialism. 92.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We believe that a useful transitional step would be to set up denuclearized zones in Europe and other regions of the world, reinforced by an undertaking by the nuclear States never to use atomic weapons against non-nuclear countries. 89. In order to eliminate the sources of international tension which hamper the establishment of normal and healthy relations between sovereign States, the Romanian Government is in favour of liquidating the anachronistic system whereby the world is divided into military blocs, of dismantling foreign bases, and of withdrawing all armed forces from the territory of other States. 90.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“An agreement imposing unilateral obligations on only those Powers not possessing nuclear weapons could not answer the rightful demands of all peoples that their equal right to security should be assured. It is for this reason that it is necessary that the non-proliferation treaty should contain an undertaking by the nuclear States not to use nuclear weapons and never to use them against non-nuclear countries. Guarantees of this kind to States without nuclear weapons would encourage these States not to try to procure them and would help to secure the non-proliferation of these weapons. This is the only way in which a treaty on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons could contribute to a relaxation of tension and create conditions which would lead to the prohibition and destruction of atomic weapons. 88.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In our opinion, an agreement on non-proliferation, although not leading to the elimination of the danger, could nevertheless constitute a step towards a relaxation of tension, provided that it was followed in the course of the disarmament process by the essential measures I have just referred to. 87. As the work of the recent meetings of the Eighteen-Nation Committee at Geneva has clearly shown, it is necessary — and this is a requirement of the highest practical and theoretical importance — that a treaty on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons should establish a mutually acceptable equilibrium of responsibilities and obligations between the nuclear and non-nuclear powers, so as to give guarantees of security to all countries and thereby meet with the widest possible support.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In examining the many and complex aspects of disarmament, we must take into account the fact that the nuclear arms race and the existence and unprecedented destructive power of atomic weapons constitute an incalculable danger to mankind. Hence, the prime importance of nuclear disarmament. It is necessary that effective measures in which the peoples can trust should be taken at once for the reduction and complete elimination of the nuclear threat. 85. The Romanian delegation believes that one essential step which must be taken to eliminate the nuclear danger and guarantee the security of all States in the banning of nuclear weapons and the destruction of stockpiles. 86.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We should like to express the hope that the discussion of this item, which was placed on the agenda at the request of nine States, including Romania [A/6391], will bring about the ending of an abnormal situation which hampers the ability of our Organization to carry out the role laid down in the Charter. 82. We support the application of the German Democratic Republic for admission to the United Nations [see A/6443]; we believe — as we have already had occasion to state — that the admission of the two German States would make an important contribution to the strengthening of international peace and security. 83. The United Nations is called upon to play a leading role in the matter of action to ensure the elimination of the danger of nuclear war and to lead to general disarmament with nuclear disarmament as a first step. 84.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“To improve the working of the United Nations it is necessary to make of it first a universal organization. This year again, many delegations have emphasized that without the participation of representatives of a quarter of the v/world's population, no realistic and viable solutions to the fundamental problems of international life can be imagined. 81. Reaffirming its unvarying position, the Romanian Government demands that the legitimate rights of the People's Republic of China in the United Nations and other international agencies should be restored and that the emissaries of Chiang Kai-shek who have for seventeen years usurped the place of the representatives of the great Chinese people should be dismissed.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We are convinced that all States, regardless of the extent of their territory or the size of their population, or their military and economic potential, are responsible for the maintenance of peace. Fully qualified as they are to take part in the solution of the problems that trouble mankind, the small and middle-sized countries can make an increasingly important contribution to the cause of international co-operation and the peace and security of the peoples. 79. We cannot speak of the great world problems of today without attaching appropriate importance to the United Nations, which shoulders such vital responsibilities. In our opinion, the essential condition for the United Nations to be able to live up to its responsibilities is that it should be a faithful reflection of the realities of the contemporary world. 80.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The Romanian Government attaches particular importance to resolution 2129 (XX) adopted unanimously at the last session of the General Assembly, on the proposal of nine countries — Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Romania, Sweden and Yugoslavia — advocating measures at the regional level to improve neighbourly relations between European States belonging to different social and political systems. The welcome extended to this initiative by other States in Europe and throughout the world, and the action taken during the period that has elapsed since the resolution was adopted, show how useful and timely are the principles contained in this document and constitute an expression of the growing interest in the development of inter-European co-operation. 78.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Romania is a firm and constant believer in peaceful coexistence, which is vital not only as the sole alternative to thermonuclear war but also because the progress of contemporary civilization has made the permanent exchange of material and spiritual values a vital necessity for all peoples. In our view, the path leading to the achievement of international co-operation and the genuine normalization of international relations as a whole must necessarily proceed by way of the development and consolidation of bilateral relations. Direct contact between States makes it possible to identify more easily and more precisely fields and factors of mutually advantageous cooperation and points of sympathy between sovereign and independent States. 77.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The contacts established by Romania with States belonging to different social and political systems, situated in different parts of the world, have contributed to a better knowledge on both sides of each other's points of view, aspirations, anxieties and interests. The inauguration of a climate of mutual trust and co-operation has made it possible to conclude bilateral agreements in various fields, the importance of which far from being the exclusive concern of the contracting parties contributes to a general improvement of the international atmosphere. 76.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The Romanian Government notes with satisfaction that these relations have developed in a positive manner, particularly in recent times; it is according and will continue to accord all due importance to an expansion of economic, political., technological, scientific, cultural and touristic exchanges with the other Balkan States. In our view, the development of the traditional ties which unite the Balkan States, based on mutual respect and esteem and on bilateral and multilateral meetings between the representatives of these States, is in the interest of all the peoples of this region and will have a beneficial influence on the cause of peace and security in Europe and throughout the world. 75.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Building European security is, of course, a task of many aspects and clearly a sequence of actions must l)e followed which will make it possible gradually to eliminate tension and friction between States, as well as the fear of war and aggression. 72. Factors such as the development of political relations between States, the expansion of economic and trade relations, the multiplying of contacts and forms of co-operation in the fields of science, technology, education and the arts, and in any other field of common interest, are decisive to the safeguarding of European security. 73. Romania is developing bilateral relations with all the European countries, regardless of their political and social regimes. 74. As part of this policy, Romania is seeking to develop co-operative and good-neighbourly relations with all the Balkan countries.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Nevertheless, it is noteworthy that an increased desire for inter-European co-operation and rapprochement has manifested itself on our continent in recent times more forcefully and on a larger scale. In the declaration adopted at Bucharest this summer by the parties to the Warsaw Treaty, it was rightly stressed that "despite differences in socio-political systems, and in ideological and political concepts, the peoples and States of Europe have a common cause which corresponds to the vital national interests of all, namely the task of refusing to tolerate the violation of peace in Europe and of restraining the forces of aggression". 70. The Government of the Socialist Republic of Romania believes that there is at this moment a possibility of broaching the problem of security on bases acceptable to all European States. 71.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)