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“Among these measures, we attach special importance to the establishment of denuclearized zones in different regions of the world, and we are in favour of the implementation of the proposals to establish such zones. 133. Now that the idea of peaceful coexistence between all States regardless of their social systems is gaining more and more ground, the division of the world into military blocs seems more and more anachronistic. 134. In the spirit of peaceful coexistence, Romania has expressed support for the conclusion of a nonaggression pact between the Warsaw Treaty Organization and NATO, as a transitional step towards the abolition of all military blocs. 135. The plans for the creation of multilateral nuclear forces under the auspices of the NATO military bloc are contrary to the interests of peace and security.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“That is why we fully support the proposal for the convening of a world disarmament conference put forward by the Cairo Conference of Heads of State or Government of Non- Aligned Countries. 131. The Romanian Government is also in favour of the proposal made oy the Government of the People's Republic of China concerning the convening of a conference of Heads of State and Government to discuss the general prohibition and total destruction of nuclear weapons, the immediate aim of which would be to achieve an agreement banning the use of such weapons. 132. At the same time, we are in favour of any measure designed to reduce international tension, to increase confidence among States, and to hasten the achievement of general and complete disarmament.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The achievement of this goal might create conditions for the development of peaceful relations between States, which would rule out for ever the threat or use of force and open up broad prospects of international co-operation. 129. For that reason, the Romanian Government considers that the adoption of the programme for general and complete disarmament recommended by the Soviet Union and supported by the socialist countries and other peace-loving States would be of historic importance to all mankind. 130. The common interest of the peoples in being freed from the threat of war demands chat every country should participate actively in seeking ways and means of achieving disarmament.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The idea of a declaration of this kind has gained ground every year and now has the support of many States. Its adoption has been recommended by international conferences and organizations. The Romanian delegation is sure that the General Assembly will proceed to draft this declaration. 127. The arms race, and particularly the continual stockpiling of weapons of mass destruction, are an obstacle to the restoration of normal international relations and to their being placed on a solid footing. Genuine security is hardly conceivable while the peoples are living in the shadow of nuclear arsenals. 128. Concern for the application of the principles of the Charter, to which I have referred, must go hand in hand with the continuing and persevering efforts needed to achieve general and complete disarmament.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“That is why Romania feels it its duty to help to establish good neighbourly relations and peaceful co-operation in the Balkans. Its 1957 and 1959 proposals which were aimed at achieving multilateral agreement between the Balkan States and concluding a treaty that would transform the Balkans into an area of peace and co-operation, are just as timely today. 125. We are gratified to note that negotiations have taken place and are continuing between the countries of that area, indicating a positive trend towards rapprochement and understanding based on mutual interest and confirming the existence of countless possibilities in that respect. 126. Romania attaches importance to the drafting of an international declaration on the promotion among youth of the ideals of peace, mutual respect and understanding between peoples.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Developments in recent years have shown that the creation of a favourable climate for grappling more effectively with the problems which prevent a relaxation of tension in Europe must result, in the first instance, from the efforts of every European country to promote co-operative relations with its neighbours. 123. We are of the opinion that the General Assembly must encourage the efforts already being made to find solutions to the major problems of concern to the peoples of Europe, the solution of which would j have positive effects throughout the world. 124. Living in a part of Europe which has often been a scene of conflict, in the past, the Romanian people has had to bear the dire consequences of several wars.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The actions of the Romanian People's Republic within the United Nations and the proposals it has submitted to the Organization are aimed at the application of the principles of the Charter to international relations and at finding realistic solutions to international problems. 121. The Romanian Government, believing that any improvement of relations on the regional plane helps to create a climate of confidence in international relations as a whole, has submitted to the General Assembly the following item: "Actions on the regional level with a view to improving good neighbourly relations among European States having different social and political systems". 122.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Romania, firmly committed to the principles of peaceful coexistence enshrined in the United Nations Charter, considers that negotiation is the only reasonable way of settling international problems in dispute. 118. Romania places an active interpretation on the notion of peaceful coexistence. We do not regard peaceful coexistence as being the simultaneous existence on the map of the world of certain separate entities which ignore each other. Each State, having its individual character, may have something to offer and something to receive fa a steady flow of material and spiritual values. 119. This concept of the Romanian Government finds an expression in its policy of continually developing our country's relations with all States on the basis of the principles of mutual respect and mutual benefit. 120.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“In the view of the Romanian Government, the United Nations can become strong only if it places all its activities on the firm footing of the principles of the Charter. Only thus can the United Nations offer to all States, great and small, a suitable frame within which to express their views and a fertile soil for the development of constructive endeavours; only thus can it become what the Charter considers a fundamental purpose: "a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations in the attainment of these common ends". 117. However numerous the problems facing mankind and however varied the methods of approach to them, there is nevertheless one factor which brings States together: the interest of the peoples in safeguarding peace. Where peace is concerned, we are one world.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The Romanian People's Republic has co-sponsored the item submitted by Cambodia for inclusion in the agenda of this session, in the belief that consideration of this problem will lead to the restoration of the lawful rights of the People's Republic of China in the United Nations and the expulsion of the representatives of Chiang Kai-shek from all United Nations bodies. 114. Our country approves and supports an increase in the membership of the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council, since the implementation of the resolutions adopted in that connexion will more equitably reflect the present composition of the Organization and the interests of Member States. 115. We feel that it is necessary to ensure that the Organization functions regularly and smoothly, in accordance with legal procedures. 116.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“How can these principles, which prescribe the equal right of all States to participate in international life, be reconciled with the fact that one of the great countries of the world — the People’s Republic of China — is prevented from occupying its rightful seat in the United Nations? It is not in keeping with the principle of universality of this Organization to continue to exclude the representatives of the great Chinese people from the United Nations. It is quite impossible to imagine a realistic solution of vital world problems without the participation of the People's Republic of China, the fifth nuclear Power which is playing an important role in the struggle to strengthen peace. 113.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“As was pointed out recently by the President of the State Council of Romania, Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej: "There are circumstances today which cannot be compared to those of the past and which make it possible for peoples to develop along sovereign and independent lines, to enjoy equality in international relations, to arrange their political, social and economic life as they see fit, and to choose the path which best suits their fundamental interests." 111. I have laid stress on these principles because they also reflect the concern of a great many delegates to this session regarding the Organization's ability to make an effective contribution to the solution of major international problems. 112.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“We vigorously condemn the policies of apartheid, and any manifestation of racial discrimination, as a challenge to fundamental human rights. 109. The Romanian Government reaffirms its constant position of solidarity with peoples struggling to achieve a life of freedom, dignity and independence. We are firmly convinced that no obstacle, no foreign intervention, can prevent the fulfilment of these aspirations, and that the historic process at present under way is about to wipe out the last vestiges of the colonialist system. The fact that dozens of States have recently won their independence and are now making their contribution to the efforts to implement the principles of the Charter bears witness to the objective and irreversible nature of this process. 110.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Foreign intervention in South-East Asia, where a state of tension continues to prevail, is an undeniable violation of the provisions of the Charter. The Romanian people expresses its complete solidarity with the Viet-Namese people's righteous struggle to defend the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam and to realize its legitimate aspirations for the peaceful reunification of Viet-Nam, in accordance with the Geneva Agreements. 107. The other foci of tension in the world are due to the same futile attempts to prevent peoples from exercising their sovereign right to arrange their lives in keeping with their own aspirations — a right proclaimed in the Charter and in solemn United Nations declarations. 108.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“Conversely, violation of this principle conflicts with the legitimate rights of peoples, creating foci of tension and situations that endanger the peace and security of mankind. 105. How, then, can the foreign armed intervention against the Congolese people be described, but as a ’grave violation of the Charter? This totally unjustified action, which prolongs the sufferings of the Congolese people, is one of a long series of open or covert actions, typical of colonialism, aimed at curbing the will of this sorely-tried people to decide its own future. The actions of the colonialist Powers in attempting to keep the Congolese people in a state of dependence arouse the just indignation of international public opinion. 106.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The Charter gives first place among the rules of international conduct to respect for the sovereign equality of States — a principle rightly regarded as the keystone of international relations. 103. We believe that the assurance of good-neighbourly relations and co-operation among States lies in the strict application of this principle and of its implied consequences — respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, the right of every people freely to choose the economic and political system it prefers, and the right to respect for its personality in international life. The possibility of promoting unilateral interests at the expense of peoples and of the free expression of their will is thus ruled out. 104.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“In view of the Romanian delegation, the establishment of a climate of peace and of a world safe from the danger of war depends upon respect for and loyalty to the principles on which the United Nations was founded. The principles embodied in the Charter nineteen years ago, enhanced and developed by subsequent experience, are as timely and viable as ever. 101. For the purposes of maintaining peace, developing international co-operation and promoting economic and social progress, the Charter prescribes, among the fundamental obligations of States, that they shall refrain in their relations from the threat or use of force, that they shall employ peaceful meant: to settle all their disputes, and that they shall under no circumstances intervene in the domestic affairs of another State, 102.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The Romanian delegation would also like to express its best wishes for peace and prosperity to the States recently admitted to the great United Nations family, Malawi, Malta and Zambia. 99. The United Nations is faced with serious international problems, political and economic, and all the peoples of the world demand and expect that they will be solved. The discussions that have thus far taken place reflect a concern to find the most appropriate means by which the United Nations may justify mankind's faith in this international forum. This concern leads naturally to the question what, in the efforts of the Organization, should be the guiding factor which might enable it to meet the heavy responsibility of these tasks. 100.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“96. Mr. President, the delegation of the Romanian People's Republic regards your presence in the Chair as a mark of appreciation of your qualities as a distinguished diplomat and as a tribute to your country, the Republic of Ghana, with which Romania maintains friendly relations; we see in it a token of the ever- increasing role which the African peoples, with their ancient culture and civilization, are playing in international affairs. 97. On behalf of the delegation of the Romanian People's Republic, I should like to convey to you the warmest congratulations on your unanimous election to the office of President of the General Assembly of the United Nations at its nineteenth session. 98.”
1964-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 19 (1964)
“The eighteenth session has to deal with a variety of important problems whose solution is awaited by all the peoples of the world. There are still difficulties in the way of their solution, and we cannot expect to see these difficulties overcome at once. If the session we are now attending can contribute to the establishment of a healthy climate in which we may find or come nearer to workable solutions, a climate in which reason may prevail in the relations between States, then the Romanian delegation believes that the results of the session will be counted among the useful contributions to man's unremitting efforts to achieve peace and understanding among peoples. 117. The Romanian delegation for its part will do all in its power to contribute actively to the success of the work undertaken at this session.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Among these items is the one entitled "Measures designed to promote among youth the ideals of peace, mutual respect and understanding between peoples" [item 47], which was placed on the agenda at the request of Romania at the General Assembly's fifteenth session and which since then has been receiving the attention of the United Nations and other international organizations. 115. At the seventeenth session, the Romanian delegation submitted for consideration a draft declaration embodying what we feel should be the guiding principles for all efforts in the field of training the rising generation. We are confident that this proposal will be studied carefully by the General Assembly during the current session and that appropriate decisions will be taken with regard to this important problem. 116.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“As it has done previously, the Romanian delegation firmly supports the restoration of the lawful rights of the People's Republic of China, a founding Member of the United Nations and a permanent member of the Security Council, and the immediate removal of the Chiang Kai-shek usurpers. The refusal to allow the People's Republic of China to take its rightful place in the United Nations greatly limits the Organization in its task of promoting co-operative and friendly relations between States and maintaining international peace and security. 114. The agenda for this session includes many items on which useful discussion may take place and which may lead to the implementation of the principles embodied in the United Nations Charter.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The Romanian Government and people believe that the United Nations, this great international forum founded on the principles of the sovereignty and equality of all States, of non-interference in their domestic affairs and of respect for their territorial integrity, can and should make a significant contribution to the speedy solution of the problems facing mankind. 113. The Romanian delegation is in favour of strengthening our Organization, which should become an active instrument for world peace and co-operation. The efficiency and prestige of the United Nations are seriously weakened, however, by the fact that the principle of universality, upon which this Organization is built, continues today to be disregarded.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Romania's steady economic progress has created the conditions required for the extension of economic relations with other States. Our country maintains economic and trade relations with more than eighty States in various parts of the world. 111. It is the Romanian Government's consistent policy to promote peace and international co-operation and to work for the objectives of its six-year economic plan. This creates new possibilities for active participation in international trade with all countries, irrespective of their social and economic systems, on the basis of mutual advantage and equal rights. 112.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“By these means, the Romanian's People's Republic has succeeded in achieving, within less than two decades, a balanced development of all branches of the national economy, with important advances in the country's industrialization and a higher standard of living. 109. Thus, the structure of Romanian industry has been radically altered, and new branches of industry have been created to transform and utilize the country's raw materials. The steady development of the Romanian economy is demonstrated by the fact that the average annual growth rate of Romania's industrial production which was 12.7 per cent between 1950 and 1959, rose to 15,8 per cent during the first three years of the Six-Year Plan, i.e. in the period 1960-1962. 110.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“107. The current session will certainly also tackle such problems as industrialization, the utilization of the most recent scientific and technical advances, the need to draw up national plans for economic development, the training and specialization of national cadres and an expanded exchange of economic, technical and scientific experience. 108. In the Romanian People's Republic, the many- sided development of the economy, the industrialization of the country and the achievement of a higher level of living for its people on the basis of scientifically prepared development plans, represent fundamental principles of economic policy, which are being consistently applied by the Government.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“As the Romanian delegation pointed out at the twelfth session of the General Assembly, another measure which would do much to secure normal international economic relations would be one that might take the form of a declaration setting forth principles of international economic co-operation. My delegation is still convinced of the desirability of adopting a document of principles as an instrument of international co-operation and as a factor which would promote good relations among States, and considers that this problem should be given priority and that the preparation of such a document in the framework of the Economic and Social Council should be expedited. Similarly, the exploration of the most appropriate ways and means for increasing the pace of economic development should find its proper place in the proceedings of this session.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Attaching particular importance to that Conference, the Romanian Government has proposed for inclusion in the agenda, items on such matters as the elaboration of the fundamental principles for economic and trade agreements, the importance and effectiveness of long-term trade agreements in securing the stability and development of international trade, the importance of the supply on credit of capital goods for the construction of industrial units, deliveries to be repaid by a proportion of the output of those units, and the importance, for peaceful development purposes, of the resources released by disarmament. We express the hope that these proposals will be duly considered in the debates of the Conference. 106.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“One important action taken in this connexion is the decision to convene the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in 1964. The Romanian delegation believes that the promotion of international trade on a mutually advantageous basis and the elimination of discriminatory measures and obstructive customs tariffs will enable world trade to play its proper part in speeding up economic development and in building a climate of international confidence and co-operation. 105.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“A grave situation still prevails in South Viet-Nam, where, by the violation of the Geneva agreement, by foreign interference and by the suppression of the fundamental rights of the population, the free expression of the people's will to re-establish the country's unity by peaceful means is thwarted. 103. The problem of economic development undeniably represents an essential feature of all international activity and one of the fundamental concerns of the United Nations. 104. The need to find and to evolve specific measures to promote the economic development of the underdeveloped areas and to strengthen economic cooperation among all States has also found expression in the present session of the General Assembly.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“We consider that it is the duty of the United Nations, which has irrevocably condemned colonialism, to ensure that the provisions of the Declaration on the granting of independence to colonial countries and peoples are implemented without delay in the interests of international peace and security and the progress of humanity, 102. There are still certain sources of tension and conflict and of threats to peace in South-East Asia and the Far East, which give rise to legitimate concern. In South Korea, for example, the presence of foreign troops represents the main obstacle to the fulfilment of the Korean people's legitimate desire for the peaceful unification of their country.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The recently liberated States are in an increasingly strong position to counter the neo-colonialist methods by which the former metropolitan Powers seek to prevent new States from consolidating their economic independence. This is being made clear in the general debate this year. Faithful to its policy of supporting the cause of independence and national freedom for all the oppressed peoples, Romania expresses its cordial sympathy with those who are fighting for the elimination of the last vestiges of colonial slavery. 101.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Colonial rule is still maintained in certain territories, where the desire for freedom and the right to self-determination are stifled by repressive measures. In violation of the provisions of the United Nations Charter and of General Assembly resolutions, the colonial Powers have resorted to military operations against indigenous populations in an attempt to prolong the existence of a system finally condemned by history. In Angola, South West Africa, Southern Rhodesia and other colonies, the peoples are waging a determined struggle to win their independence. In South Africa, where racial discrimination has been raised to the level of public policy, the African population is engaged in a courageous struggle for its fundamental rights. 100.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“In our day the movement for national liberation has brought down one after another the walls within which the world colonial system had for many centuries kept scores of peoples in the most cruel subjection. This process, one of immense importance for the progress of human society, has spread over entire continents. More than fifty peoples in Asia, Africa and Latin America have won their independence by their efforts and have set out on the path of free development and self-determination. The final and complete elimination of colonialism is an irreversible process which can no longer be checked. It represents a chapter of great importance in the history of mankind and a mighty force in the forward march of the peoples towards peace and progress. 99.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“With these considerations in mind and inspired by the desire to contribute to the strengthening of international peace and security and to the establishment of a framework in which the widest possible regional agreements of the type described could be prepared, the Romanian delegation, on instructions from the Government of the Romanian People's Republic, requests that the item: "Actions on the regional level with a view to improving good neighbourly relations among European States having different social and political systems" [see A/5557] should be again placed on the General Assembly's agenda at the current session. We are convinced that debate on this question will give a further impetus to the efforts being made at various levels to improve relations between the States of Europe. 98.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“We are of the opinion that the General Assembly ought to begin consideration of these proposals, concentrating on the most important and urgent problems and recommending principles and measures likely to facilitate the negotiation and conclusion of such regional agreements between the States concerned. 97.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“In this manner it would be possible to create an effective means of removing the danger of thermo-nuclear war between European States having different social and political systems, and a real and substantial contribution could thus be made to the lessening of international tension in general. 95. We also have before us other proposals providing for measures aimed at improving international relations, lessening international tension and establishing a propitious climate for the solution of issues at present dividing European countries which have different social and political systems. 96.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The denuclearization of Latin America is on the agenda of the present session, [item 74], while the denuclearization of Africa and the need to put an end to the dissemination of nuclear weapons, are the subject of resolutions adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its sixteenth session [resolutions 1652 (XVI) and 1665 (XVI)]. 94. As regards Europe, proposals have been made to establish denuclearized zones in northern and central Europe, in the Balkans, and in the regions of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean. The proposed regional agreements might lead to the formation of a system of denuclearized zones extending from the north of Europe to the seas in the south of that region.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Today, three years after the item was placed on the General Assembly's agenda, we note that the idea of regional agreements, in various aspects, is gaining increasing support and that the efficacy of such measures has been confirmed by the submission of numerous proposals. 93. The extent to which the idea of setting up denuclearized zones by comprehensive regional agreements reflects a desire for peace and security among all peoples is borne out also by the proposals for the denuclearization of Africa, Asia, the Pacific region and Latin America.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“At the fifteenth session of the General Assembly, the Romanian People's Republic proposed for inclusion in the agenda the item entitled "Actions on the regional level with a view to improving good neighbourly relations among European States having different social and political systems". The General Assembly unanimously decided to include the item in that session's agenda. In the explanatory memorandum circulated in connexion with the inclusion of the item, the Romanian delegation expressed its belief that: "any improvement in the relations among States on a regional level would contribute to the improvement of international relations as a whole, to the creation of a favourable atmosphere for peace in the whole world, for international security, for settlement of the big yet unsolved international issues".”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“Proceeding from the belief that it is the duty of all States to help to consolidate peace and, above all, to establish good relations in the regions to which they belong, in 1957 and 1959, the Government of the Romanian People's Republic submitted proposals to the other Governments of the Balkan countries with a view to concluding a treaty which would turn the Balkans into an area of peace and co-operation, an area without nuclear arms and without nuclear weapons delivery vehicles. The past few years have fully confirmed the reasonableness of these proposals, and the increasing need to adopt specific measures for their implementation. 92.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“As it considers that the liquidation of military blocs would greatly help to improve the international situation and strengthen security throughout the world, the Romanian Government is in favour of the conclusion, as a transitional measure, of a non-aggression pact between the States members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the States signatories of the Treaty of Warsaw. 90. Another measure which might help us to move forward in the sphere of disarmament would be the reduction —and, as an initial step in that direction, the freezing— of the military budgets of States, which absorb huge amounts of money, resources and human energy for non-productive purposes, while a considerable portion of the world's population lives in the most inhuman conditions. 91.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“137) concerning the retention of a limited number of nuclear weapons delivery vehicles on the territories of the Soviet Union and the United States of America until the end of the process of general and complete disarmament ranks among those proposals which, because they meet the position of the other party half-way, facilitate the narrowing of the gap between the respective positions. 88. A significant move towards ensuring peace in the world and creating an atmosphere of "détente " would be the liquidation of the last vestiges of the Second World War by the conclusion of a peace treaty with Germany, In this matter, the position of the Romanian Government is based on its recognition of the existence of two German States and of the need to put an end to the occupation of West Berlin and to make it a free and demilitarized city. 89.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The Romanian People's Republic looks upon its participation in the work of that Committee with the highest sense of responsibility and supports all proposals the implementation of which would be conducive to the discontinuance of the armaments race and the establishment of a weapons-free world. My country, which has closely followed the developments in the debate on the use of outer space for peaceful purposes, would welcome the conclusion of an agreement banning the placing of nuclear weapons in orbit. 87. In the view of the Romanian delegation, the recent Soviet proposal (ibid., para.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The consideration of situations which vitally affect international peace and security, of the major and urgent issues of the world of today, of the question of general and complete disarmament and of measures to bring about a relaxation of tension and the decisions regarding them call for the participation of statesmen entrusted with the highest responsibilities. The Romanian delegation considers the proposal made by the Soviet Union (see 1208th meeting, para. 130) to convene a high-level conference of the States members of the Eighteen-Nation Disarmament Committee early next year to be a measure which would provide an appropriate framework for the most fruitful discussion both of general and complete disarmament and of individual measure to relax international tension.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The Romanian Government firmly maintains the view that the efforts of all must be directed, with perseverance, patience and realism, towards bringing the points of view closer together and finding mutually advantageous solutions. The method of negotiation, which the Romanian Government has consistently advocated, has proved effective in solving some acute international problems, such as last year's crisis in the Caribbean area, where the danger of a nuclear conflict was averted in this way. The commitments then made must be fulfilled to the letter. 86.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“It was In this spirit that, on 8 August of this year, the Government of Romania signed the Treaty banning nuclear weapons tests in the atmosphere, in outer space and under water, even though this Treaty does not cover nuclear test in all environments or solve the major problems of preventing the dangers to world peace inherent in the armaments race and the stockpiling of atomic and hydrogen weapons. We regarded this Treaty as a step forward in the direction of an international "détente" and evidence that international issues can be solved through negotiation. At the same time, the Romanian Government expressed the hope that the conclusion of the Treaty would create favourable conditions for further steps towards the achievement of general and complete disarmament. 85. The obstacles which remain to be overcome are complex and numerous.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“This goal, which is of primary importance, can perfectly well be attained through general and complete disarmament, which is the shortest and safest way to remove the danger of war, to release tremendous material and human resources for peaceful ends, and to develop fruitful co-operation among States. Although it strives at all times for general and complete disarmament, Romania is also in favour of the proposals to apply certain partial or regional measures aimed at reducing international tension and at paving the way towards an agreement on general and complete disarmament. 84.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“The main task of all States and all Governments imbued with a sense of responsibility towards their peoples is to work for the creation of the international conditions necessary for the attainment of these ends, and/or the peaceful solution of international issues. 82. In our time, when stockpiles of weapons which are unparalleled in their destructive capacity have been accumulated in various parts of the world, when the unleashing of a world thermo-nuclear conflict would inflict incalculable losses upon mankind, every possible effort must be made to protect humanity from a devastating war. 83.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)
“This, in a nut-shell, is what the United Nations means to Romania, and what it understands to be the duties incumbent upon the Members of this Organization. 80. The Romanian Government and people consider that the United Nations must play an active role and accomplish the mission entrusted to it by the Charter of eliminating the danger of thermo-nuclear war and strengthening international peace and security —which are essential if the people of the world are to achieve their aspirations. 81. The ardent desires of all peoples are directed more than ever before towards economic, social and cultural progress and towards the full use of the resource's of our planet, so that they may enjoy the fruits of their creative work and of the achievements of modern science and technology.”
1963-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 18 (1963)