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1. “The year 1965 is International Co-operation Year, and that co-operation must be shown not only in the political but also in the economic sphere. At this stage of international affairs, when men are beginning to appreciate the need for constructive co-operation, every opportunity should be seized by nations to collaborate in the economic field to improve the general well-being. That is why my delegation welcomes the proposal to transform the Special Fund into a Capital Development Fund and to merge it with the Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance into a new United Nations Development Programme. 26. My delegation therefore looks forward to more fruitful international co-operation in the finest traditions of those principles enshrined in the Charter to the lasting benefit of humanity.”

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2. “It has, for instance, so far been the principle that it is the primary responsibility of the governments of the developing countries to take appropriate measures to accelerate the growth of their economies. It cannot be denied, that, during the past five years, we in the developing countries have been taking every possible measures to improve our economic and living standards and that we have not succeeded. The reason for our failure is obvious — we cannot entirely by our own efforts achieve our objectives, and it is now time it was realized that the international community must be organized in a spirit of co-operation and understanding if the outstanding economic problems of this age are to be solved. 25.”

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3. “The technical assistance schemes which have been formulated for the study of the problem are numerous and praiseworthy; but much as the studies of these problems are praiseworthy, my delegation firmly believes that the time has now come for positive action more likely to lead to the eradication of the retarding causes leading to our economic stagnation. 24. One definite course of action which has been pursued has been the establishment of the Conference on Trade and Development as one of the regular organs of the United Nations. It is the hope of my delegation that all Member States will co-operate in making the new institution a success. For this to happen, certain myths should be dispelled and new attitudes developed.”

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4. “It is even more unreasonable to expect our discussions on disarmament to .be effective or meaningful if we should exclude from the conference table one of the nuclear Powers. My Government will therefore continue to support the admission of the People's Republic of China to the United Nations. 23. My delegation notes with satisfaction that during the first half of the United Nations Development Decade our Organization has been studying ways and means of improving the economies of the developing countries of the world. Nevertheless, during the first half of this Decade, our export prices have been on the decline, our economic plans have remained unfilled and the rate of growth of our gross domestic product, which was never fast, is in great danger of slowing down to a standstill.”

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5. “For, as has been pointed out by our able Secretary-General, U Thant, whose efforts in this crisis my delegation hereby gratefully acknowledges, the problem is a political one, and we feel that it is only in that context that a lasting solution can be found. 22. Concerned as we may be with specific issues, our quest for peace must inevitably be universal. My delegation therefore ventures to suggest that our task will never be complete until our Organization assumes a truly universal character. My delegation stands convinced of the right of the People's Republic of China to take its place in the General Assembly. We hereby reiterate that it is hardly reasonable to exclude, from a world Organization which discusses the most urgent problems of peace and war, a nation of over 700 million people.”

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6. “We sincerely hope that these principles will be applied responsibly to the Viet-Nam situation, We believe that it is not enough to pay lip-service to the fundamental principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, but that all nations, great and small, should at all times and in all places apply them without fear of favour. 21. In more recent weeks, an equally agonizing conflict has erupted on the Indian sub-continent between two of our Afro-Asian friends. My delegation solemnly urges these two brotherly States, in the spirit of Afro-Asian accommodation, to respect the ceasefire appeal made by the Security Council and apply their minds to a non-military settlement of the dispute.”

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7. “Even restrictions on the sale of arms and munitions have little meaning when South Africa is given such assistance as to enable that Government to produce its own arms, so that it no longer has any need for future imports. My delegation here renews its call to all lovers of freedom and human dignity to join in a concerted effort that will finally and for all time remove from the human community the shameful scourge of racism. 20. In Asia, the stubborn conflict in Viet-Nam continues with a rising toll of man and resources, a sad reminder of the failure of nations to solve their problems by peaceful means. My Government has always believed in the principles of non-intervention in the domestic affairs of other States, of respect for territorial integrity, and of self-determination.”

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8. “What we need in this universal cause is the sympathy and active support of all. This, up to now, has not been forthcoming from all those who profess a love for freedom and justice. By its continuing economic links with some of the major Powers, South Africa has been all the more able to strengthen its economic and military machine with which the defenceless non-white millions are being ruthlessly exploited and oppressed. In spite of repeated appeals for economic sanctions to bring the Verwoerd régime to its senses, if not to its knees, there has been no substantial reduction in the economic ties between South Africa and some of her friends.”

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9. “The conduct of affairs in South West Africa is consistent with the monstrous and inhuman policy of apartheid for which South Africa is now notorious within its own borders. The continued restrictions arrests and intensified repression of the opponents of apartheid, the numerous trials and harsh sentences, the ill-treatment and brutal torture of political prisoners, and, above all, the continued imposition of death sentences and executions for opposition to this inhuman policy — all these combine to make the South African situation an explosive and dangerous one and a scandal to civilization, and it must command the early attention of the Security Council. 19. We know that, in voicing our righteous indignation over the South African situation, we have the sympathy of many.”

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10. “According to the report on the "Implications of the activities of the mining industry and other international companies having interests in South West Africa" adopted by the Committee of Twenty-Four on 19 November last year, the economy of the territory is dominated by foreign interests, operating under concessions whereby the natural and human resources of the territory are shamelessly exploited for the sole benefit of these companies. Such a situation is immoral and should be promptly rectified. 18. By putting into practice the recommendations of the report of the Odendaal Commission and dismembering the territory into "homelands", the South African Government has found breeding ground for its hateful policy of apartheid.”

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11. “Also of grave importance to my delegation is the South West Africa question. As a political question, it has long occupied the attention and resources of the African States, on whose behalf Liberia and Ethiopia have presented a case at the International Court of Justice. We are pleased to note that the conduct of the case is far advanced and we patiently await the decision of the Court. 17. Meanwhile, a ghastly picture of maladministration and exploitation constitutes the colonial aspect of the problem.”

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12. “This argument is spurious and has never been accepted, nor is it ever likely to be. The war in Angola and Mozambique and the so-called "Portuguese Guinea" continues with increasing intensity, and it is obvious that Portugal is now committed to a racist, colonial war — a war of liquidation amounting to genocide. 15. The report of the Committee of Twenty-Four on the territories under Portuguese administration [A/6000/Rev.1, chap. V] depicts a gloomy picture of increasing military activity, atrocities and an aggravated refugee problem. My delegation condemns in the strongest terms the military domination of a colonized people; and hopes that the Organization will put into effect against Portugal appropriate measures to ensure the proper discharge of her duties as an administering Power. 16.”

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13. “One can hardly resist the temptation to contrast the action of the British Government in this territory with its attitude in Rhodesia. Whereas in this case the British Government has seen fit to resort to military action, in the case of Rhodesia, even when the British Government has been flagrantly defied, it has not only failed to take the necessary steps to prevent what now amounts to rebellion, but as I have already pointed out, appears to be actively or covertly assisting the minority Government to carry out its nefarious purposes. 14. Another area of great concern to us is the continued maintenance of colonial territories by Portugal under the rather transparent guise that these territories form an integral part of metropolitan Portugal and are not, in fact, colonies.”

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14. “My delegation is also seriously concerned about the Aden situation, where emergency regulations have become a useful expedient for orderly government. In the tense situation which pervades the territory, perhaps the administering Power might well consider allowing the Committee of Twenty-Four to visit the territory and exert its influence for peaceful decolonization. It is significant that the leaders in Adan have repeatedly stated that a solution to their problem could be found along the lines of the recommendations of the United Nations through the Committee of Twenty-Four. The administering Power is urged to respect the principle of universal adult suffrage, apply it in the territory, and bring about an early and orderly transition to independence.”

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15. “It is our solemn duty to draw the attention of this Assembly to the grave and imminent danger of a unilateral declaration of independence by Ian Smith, and we appeal to all who cherish justice and human freedom to exert themselves to the utmost to discourage such a crime. My Government, for its own part, will not recognize such a minority government founded on rebellion. We shall vigorously oppose its admission to the United Nations, the Commonwealth and all other international organizations. We shall impose economic sanctions against it, we shall recognize an indigenous nationalist government in exile, and we shall take such other measures considered appropriate, after consultation with all other member States of the Organization of African Unity and all other States which respect justice and the essential dignity of man. 13.”

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16. “In this regard, we insist that the undisputed leaders of the African majority — Joshua Nkomo, Ndabaningi Sithole and others — now deprived of their liberty and under restriction, be released immediately to take a full part in any such discussions. We hereby renew our demand for elections on the basis of universal adult suffrage, with the granting of independence to the territory immediately thereafter. Until these just demands are met, we cannot but point an accusing finger at the administering Power, the British Government, for complicity in a ghastly crime against humanity, which history will undoubtedly record. 12.”

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17. “Those manoeuvres have unhappily created the impression not only that the United Kingdom Government is not doing enough to prevent a unilateral declaration of independence, but also that it is encouraging, actively or covertly, a situation which will transform the southern part of Africa into an unholy trilogy of racial segregation, racial domination and racial exploitation. 11. We are constrained by the persistent failure of the administering Power to demand once more from this rostrum that the dictates of justice be applied to the Rhodesian situation. The Iniquitous 1961 constitution, condemned by all champions of justice, should be abrogated immediately and a new constitution formulated after consultation with all the political elements in the territory.”

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18. “We welcome the assurances given by the United Kingdom Government that a unilateral declaration of independence by the Rhodesia minority Government will be tantamount to an act of rebellion, which would be met by certain consequences, including the application of economic sanctions. Nevertheless, the Rhodesia Government has carried its defiance to the extent of attempting to establish independent diplomatic representation in Lisbon. My Government is watching with keen interest the outcome of that development. It is a matter of the gravest concern to my Government that the Rhodesia Government is now actively engaged In talks in London to secure investment loans, Intended no doubt to neutralize the effect of an economic boycott in the event of a unilateral declaration of independence.”

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19. “It is now nearly five years since that resolution was adopted, on 14 December 1960: yet, in spite of the persistent efforts of the Committee of Twenty-Tour, of which Sierra Leone is a member, the colonial Powers have consistently affronted world opinion and, by evasive manoeuvres, have succeeded in frustrating the legitimate aspirations of millions of suffering human beings. 10. The most flagrant example of these outstanding problems is that of Rhodesia, where racial considerations are dictating the course of history and a racist minority continues to defy the just demands of the entire continent, and indeed of all who value the dignity of man. What is more alarming, this minority is defying, with apparent success, the Government of the United Kingdom whose experience in colonial matters can hardly be matched in modern times.”

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20. “To that end, therefore, my delegation welcomes the inclusion in the agenda of items on peace-keeping, and hopes to put forward detailed views when the matter is discussed in Committee. 9. While welcoming with profound pleasure the three new Members of this Organization, we are reminded, in grim contrast, of the many millions who are still liberated from the bonds of colonialism and imperialism. In that context, my delegation considers it a regrettable fact that in spite of the terms of resolution 1514 (XV), calling on Members of this Organization to accelerate the process of decolonization, many millions are still suffering under the yoke of colonialism.”

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21. “In this connexion my delegation would like to record its satisfaction with the progress so far made by the Special Committee on Peace-Keeping Operations. We should also like to record our profound gratitude to our eminent and able Secretary-General, U Thant, as well as to our outgoing President, Alex Quaison-Sackey, for their untiring efforts in guiding us through a most difficult situation. 8. While recognizing the invaluable efforts of the Committee, to which my country is proud to have contributed, we cannot but observe that the Committee should be allowed to continue its good work and be able to produce a universally acceptable formula for peace-keeping. In the view of my delegation, the United Nations, in spite of its imperfections and limitations, is still our greatest hope for the maintenance of international peace and security.”

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22. “Before directing my attention to the many burning problems which confront us at this session, I take this opportunity to extend a cordial and fraternal welcome to the Gambia, the Maldive Islands and Singapore, the three newest Members of this growing body of sovereign nations. It is, of course, a source of gratification to my delegation that the Afro-Asian fraternity has been enlarged by the emergence of these three States to full independent nationhood. It is with special pleasure that we welcome the Gambia, a country with which we have shared a long and interwoven history. 7. As I have already said, our last session was pervaded by an atmosphere of gloom, which, happily, has now been dispelled.”

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23. “My delegation wishes to place on record its profound appreciation and gratitude for the unprecedented initiative of His Holiness in bringing to this Assembly, in its hour of need and crisis, a message of peace that is bound to find a warm response in the minds of all who cherish and strive for the brotherhood of man. 5. Our optimism concerning the current session throws into sharp relief the gloom of the last, over which it was the unenviable lot of one of our colleagues to preside. We owe a debt of gratitude, Mr. President, to your distinguished predecessor, Mr. Alex Quaison-Sackey, the Foreign Minister of Ghana, for his responsible statesmanship and skill during a most critical period in the history of our Organization. 6.”

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24. “It is perhaps fitting that, so soon after our Organization has emerged from a crisis that almost threatened its existence, and at this time when we are all engaged in the search for a solid foundation on which to base its essential peace-keeping function, the Organization should turn for leadership and inspiration to a country that has a long-famed history in Jurisprudence and constitutional matters. We opine that, In your direction of the affairs of this Assembly, there will no doubt be manifested the tradition of legal rectitude and orderliness that has long characterized your great country, Italy; and we therefore embark on this twentieth session with great confidence. 4. That confidence has been further strengthened by the inspiring address of His Holiness Pope Paul VI to this Assembly on Monday, 4 October [1347th meeting].”

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25. “1. I should like to associate myself with my colleagues who have preceded me to this rostrum and extend to you, Mr. President, the sincere congratulations of my delegation and of the Government and people of Sierra Leone on your election to the high office of President of this twentieth session of the General Assembly. 2. The overwhelming way in which your election has been acclaimed is eloquent testimony to your stature as an international statesman and reflects singular credit on the country which you have served so well and which you now so eminently represent. 3.”

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26. “It is our earnest hope that, if we succeed in discussing information and other vital data among ourselves, we will best be able to pool our resources in order to accommodate co-operation from outside and thus ensure prosperity, not only for our region but for the whole of Africa. 100. We wish earnestly to eradicate the disparity which has existed for so long between developing and developed countries, and we hope that some adjustment will be agreed upon whereby the terms of trade will not continue to be steadily worse for developing countries. The developing countries are appreciative of the aid they have been receiving; but, as my Prime Minister, Mr. Albert Margai, said in July 1964, what the developing countries really need is not aid but trade on an increasingly equitable basis.”

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27. “In order to make it easier to participate in wider schemes of co-operation, we on our part have signed a General Act relating to six agreements with the Republic of Guinea. Two of these agreements are on payments and trade. 99. In consonance with our belief in the value of sound regional economic groupings, we are at present engaged in negotiations for the setting up of a Free Trade Area between Sierra Leone and the Republics of Guinea, Liberia and the Ivory Coast. We look forward to realizing our aspirations in this regard and to having a wider membership incorporating more States in the area.”

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28. “We welcome the establishment of*a Trade and Development Board and of the continuing machinery proposed, which will incorporate new institutions in the fields of commodity trade arrangements and the financing of trade development between developing countries and developed countries. 97. It is our earnest desire that gaps and differences will be reduced between developed and developing countries and, in this connexion, we should like to see the United Nations play its own part by increasing technical assistance projects and setting up an organization which will provide increased assistance to developing countries. We believe that this is right and should lead to an equitable distribution of resources among countries. 98.”

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29. “We hope that following from the Conference on Trade and Development the more fortunate Member States will feel, not merely obliged, but that it is their duty and their business to see to it that they assist in raising the standards of economic well-being of all peoples and countries so that the world will increase its gains and not multiply its wants. 96. We look forward to the very active part which we are convinced all the developed countries will play in putting into effect the recommendations of that Conference, and we hope for more exchanges of ideas by the Group of Seventy-Seven.”

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30. “My delegation notes the tendency of all nations to co-operate in the quest for a greater share of the world's trade on the part of the developing nations, as evidenced by the successful convening in 1964 of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development at Geneva; and it sincerely hopes that these areas of co-operation will continue to expand. 95. We are convinced that poverty anywhere is a threat to prosperity everywhere. We are satisfied that dissatisfaction and unhappiness in one corner of the world will lead to unhappiness in the farthest opposite corner.”

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31. “We therefore call upon all Member States concerned to ratify the amendment as early as possible and to join actively with us to do everything to ensure that this, our Organization, is properly reconstituted to be the guardian of the freedom and the rights of great and small nations alike. 93. Such a measure would inspire confidence, particularly in the small Member States which, in their buffer role, have been and are performing great services to mankind. If we are assured of the cooperation of all Members in this regard, we pledge publicly our determination to continue to work in the closest co-operation with neutral and non-aligned nations to diminish the differences between the defined power blocs in order to ensure that this Organization increases its usefulness to mankind. 94.”

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32. “The adoption on 17 December 1963 by the General Assembly of the proposals of the Special Political Committee as resolutions 1991 A and B (XVIII) is, no doubt, an attempt to remedy this state of affairs; but even here a lot has to be done if this should, be effective in removing the inequalities of distribution. Up to now only thirty-nine Member States have so far ratified the amendments in accordance with these resolutions, and I am proud and happy to say that my country is one of these. 92. If the organs of the United Nations are to perform, their role effectively, they should reflect in their membership the great political reality in Asia, Latin America and Africa; areas that account for two-thirds of the world population, and the least that can be done is that this process of reconstitution should be supported.”

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33. “It is also my delegation’s view that the United Nations should approve of the declaration of the African Heads of State that a conference of all groups in Southern Rhodesia should be convened in order to decide upon the form of constitution upon which Southern Rhodesia should proceed to independence; that all nationalist leaders detained should be released; and that, if the minority Government in Southern Rhodesia should proceed to a unilaterally declared independence, a nationalist government in exile should be recognized by all States Members of the United Nations. 90. My Government has for a long time viewed with concern the fact that the distribution of seats in the various organs of the United Nations does not properly reflect the new and changed structure and circumstances of the Organization. 91.”

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34. “14] to the Secretary-General of the United Nations. 89. Whilst the situation continues to be so explosive in Southern Rhodesia, it constitutes a real threat to peace, not only in Africa but in the whole world. It is my delegation’s view that the Security Council should continue to keep constant review of the whole situation.”

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35. “In fact, this view is reinforced by the fact that in March 1964 the Southern Rhodesia Parliament passed a motion petitioning the Queen that section 111 of the Constitution be amended so that the residual powers of the United Kingdom Government should be exercised at the request and only with the consent of the Government of Southern Rhodesia. 88. It is therefore fallacious and legally dishonest to suggest that the United Kingdom Government could not amend nor intervene in a manner that would effect a change in the Constitution of Southern Rhodesia because it is self-governing. From both the legal and political points of view, Southern Rhodesia is still a colony and this fact was recognized by the United Kingdom Commonwealth Relations and Colonial Secretary in a letter dated 11 February 1964 [see A/5800/Add.l, para.”

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36. “Ian Smith more cautious, neither that Government nor the Government of the United Kingdom has so far taken any action to implement the resolutions of the General Assembly and of the Special Committee on the question of Southern Rhodesia. This, in our view, is regrettable. 87. In my delegation’s view, the United Kingdom Government should be more positive in its action and attitude towards Southern Rhodesia. By invoking the powers reserved by section 111 of the Southern Rhodesia Constitution, the United Kingdom Government could by an amendment of certain provisions, for example section 6 of that Constitution, effect a constitutional change without the consent of the Southern Rhodesia Government.”

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37. “Harold Wilson, on 27 October 1964 declaring, inter alia, that a unilateral declaration of independence of Southern Rhodesia would have no constitutional effect and would be an act of rebellion and treason; no Commonwealth Government would recognize such declaration or extend economic preference; no special relationship with Britain would be possible; foreign recognition would be very limited and a nationalist government in exile might be recognized; and economic links with Britain and aid from Britain would be jeopardized and Southern Rhodesia's external trade disrupted. 86. Nevertheless, my delegation is aware that, though such a declaration has made the Government of Mr.”

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38. “They further called for a constitutional conference of all political groups and the immediate release of all political prisoners and detainees. 84. Despite this, when Mr. Ian Smith had discussions with Sir Alec Douglas-Home in September 1964, he stated that if the Southern Rhodesia Government eventually got to the position where it believed there was no alternative, then it was firm in its resolution unilaterally to declare independence. 85. In these circumstances, my delegation welcomes as most timely the statement by the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Mr.”

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39. “This view was further expressed at the Assembly of the Heads of State or Government of the Organization of African Unity in Cairo in July 1964 which, in a resolution, noted with satisfaction the stand taken by the leaders of the African member States of the Commonwealth earlier in the same month; and unanimously urged that a firm stand be taken against the Southern Rhodesia Government if any attempt is made to proclaim a unilateral declaration of independence. 83. As you are aware, Mr. President, during that Assembly the African States pledged themselves to take appropriate measures, including the recognition and support of an African nationalist government in exile, should such an eventuality arise.”

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40. “The communique also recorded that the view was expressed by some of the Prime Ministers during the meeting that all detained African leaders should be released and that an independence conference should be convened, which the leaders of all parties in Southern Rhodesia would attend, with the object of reaching agreement on the steps by which the territory might achieve early independence on the basis of majority rule.”

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41. “Ian Smith, the Prime Minister, has made it clear that he does not intend independence for Southern Rhodesia to be on the basis of one man, one vote, a principle which is universally accepted by the United Nations. 82. By their final communique on 15 July 1964, the Commonwealth Prime Ministers welcomed the United Kingdom Government's previous announcement that, as in the case of other territories, the existence of sufficiently representative institutions would be a condition of the granting of independence to Southern Rhodesia; and pledged that no Commonwealth Government would recognize a unilateral independence by Southern Rhodesia.”

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42. “It seems scarcely reasonable that a nation comprising over 700 million people should be kept away from a world Organization where the most important and urgent problems of peace and war are discussed and decided. And now that the People's Republic of China has become, whether we like it or not, a nuclear Power, it will be more unreasonable to presume that our discussions and agreements with regard to disarmament could be effective, or as effective as it otherwise could be, without the People’s Republic of China being a party to them. 80. My Government will strongly support any move to have the People’s Republic of China represented in the United Nations. 81. The situation in Southern Rhodesia remains precarious and is, in fact, worse — worse, because Mr.”

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43. “Once again, we call on these, countries without whose help Portugal would be exposed in its true image, to desist from continuing with this support and to exert all the pressures they are undoubtedly in a position to exert in persuading their Portuguese friends to desist from their brutalities against innocent black victims of their oppression, and practise the humanitarianism which is such a Cherished virtue of the NATO Powers. 79. Since the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China in October of 1949, serious consideration has, from time to time, been given by this Organization to the question of the representation of China. My delegation stands convinced of the right of the People’s Republic of China to take its place in the General Assembly.”

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44. “We see a situation in which Portugal is conducting a war of liquidation armed with the most modern equipment which it has undoubtedly acquired from, its NATO friends. This certainly poses a challenge to the world. It is a situation in which our minds should be involved with humanitarian considerations, notwithstanding the fact that the victims happen to be black. The blame for the continuation of this terribly grave situation should be squarely laid on the members of the NATO alliance, whose military and tacit support has continued to sustain Portugal. It is a sad commentary on international behaviour that people who are so loud in their condemnation of lapses in others are themselves so often guilty of the worst manifestations of double standards. 78.”

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45. “In compliance with the decisions reached by the Organization of African Unity, my Government is committed to a policy of isolation and the imposition of sanctions against the regime in South Africa. 75. My Government and the people of Sierra Leone will do all in our power to restore to the millions of black indigenous inhabitants of South Africa that equality and true human dignity which is their rightful heritage. 76. My country has the honour of being one of the four African countries entrusted by our Organization of African Unity with the spearhead of the case against Portuguese colonialism in Africa. To my regret, I feel bound to state that the response to the group from the Portuguese so far has been much less than satisfactory. 77. Indeed, we see the situation deteriorating every day.”

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46. “Future historians may well applaud this as the finest achievement of the struggling races of the world, against racial bigotry, and all other manifestations of colonialism, neo-colonialism, and imperialism. 73. In keeping with the determination of all Africa to put an end to this confrontation, our Heads of State met in Cairo in 1964 and confirmed our solidarity to concentrate all our energies towards the total eradication of racial oppression, not only in South Africa but wherever else it may be found. 74. My delegation has come to this nineteenth session of the General Assembly fully prepared to support any action considered expedient to meet the South African menace. My country has already imposed the most severe restrictions on trade with South Africa.”

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47. “For many years the regime in that country has defiantly ignored world opinion and various resolutions of the United Nations, and persisted with the practice of this immoral and inhuman policy in Africa, one of its most recent acts of defiance being the passing of the most rigid racial separation law — the Bantu Laws Amendment Act. This law, which will come into operation on 1 January 1965, will control the movements, dwellings and occupations of more than 7 million black Africans living in white areas and on farms outside "bantustans", or reservations. 72. One of the most important events during this period is the confrontation of the races, and the acceptance by the black Africans of the challenge posed by this confrontation.”

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48. “"I appeal for more co-ordination and understanding in and out of the United Nations Organization among all the thirty-five States of the Organization for African Unity, in the spirit of the Charter of the Organization. "I strongly urge all parties to, or concerned in any way with, the dispute not to persist in any acts that would only tend to aggravate the situation." 71. Once again it is the sad duty of my delegation to reaffirm our policy of complete opposition to the nefarious policy of apartheid in South Africa.”

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49. “I will conclude this portion of my statement by reiterating the appeal, contained in a statement made in the course of an interview with the world press agencies on 27 November 1964 by my Prime Minister, Mr. Albert Margai: "We deplore all killings and acts of violence and aggression in the Congo by all concerned. The situation in the Congo, particularly the involved developments over the past week or so, demand less of emotion on the part of leaders of Africa and the world, and more of restraint, calm, sober and objective thinking over what has become an extremely difficult and dangerously explosive situation for Africa and the world at large.”

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50. “My delegation is of the considered opinion that the problem of the Congo is essentially, fundamentally, and basically, an African one and as such it should be solved in an African way. It is therefore only fair and expedient that the Organization of African Unity be given a chance and be supported by all States Members of the United Nations in solving this problem. 69. My delegation is convinced that it is only by this means, and this means alone, that peace and tranquillity can return to the Congo. All the honesty of purpose, all the calm, the statesmanship and goodwill of the. leaders of Africa and the world are needed to diagnose the root cause of the problem in the Congo so that we can achieve our goal in this regard. 70.”

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