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1983-09-24
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  1. “In this respect, we cannot cease emphasizing that the role of the Security Council is to give effect to the system of collective security which the Charter provides for and for which there is no substitute if a peaceful and just world community is to be achieved. More specifically, we once again call upon the permanent members of the Security Council, which have been entrusted with special responsibilities, to live up to their duty. 112. The peril under which the world has lived for many years is as manifest today as it was one year ago when we met in this Hall. The use of force in international relations is threatening to become the instrument for the settlement of disputes among States and for the consolidation of the practice of powerful States of imposing their will on weaker nations. 113.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)

  2. “As the years have elapsed, there has been a growing tendency to lose sight of the goals and purposes of the Organization and the important role it was meant to play in the shaping of a world community based on human dignity, respect for the sovereignty of States, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. As a result, the world has not been spared conflicts during these decades, and al! of them have borne the potential of erupting into a global disaster. 111. Favouring all efforts to strengthen the authority of the United Nations through institutional changes, my Government holds the view that such changes will be successful only if paralleled by a change of attitude on- the part of its Members.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)

  3. “By the same token, we are dismayed by the fact that, in spite of the presence of the Organization on the international scene for almost four decades, its lofty goal of creating an international order based on respect for international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes seems today to be as elusive as ever. 109. It is common knowledge, however, that this failure is not to be attributed primarily to institutional shortcomings of the Organization, but rather to the lack of the political will of its Members to use the Organization in the way envisaged by its founders and in the spirit in which it was conceived in the aftermath of a disastrous global conflict. 110.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)

  4. “It is a source of satisfaction for the Government of my country to have the opportunity to address this august gathering of nations, to expound our view on the present state of affairs in relations among States, and to enlighten the members of the family of nations on developments in my country. 107. The mere convening of the General Assembly and the maximum attendance and participation of its Members, in spite of the strained relationship between individual States, create a renewed sense of hope for the effectiveness of the Organization as the main instrument for the maintenance of international peace. 108.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)

  5. “His efficient stewardship of the United Nations and his skilful analysis and handling of several crisis situations deserve unqualified admiration. 105. As a member of the Latin American region, we take particular pleasure in welcoming Saint Christopher and Nevis to the family of nations. It is our hope that this new Member of the Organization will be successful in achieving its goals as an independent State. 106. Speaking on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Suriname at the general debate, I do so with feelings of both satisfaction and dismay.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)

  6. “102. It is my foremost duty to extend to you on behalf of my Government and people, and on my personal behalf, warm congratulations on your election to the presidency of the thirty-eighth session of the General Assembly. Panama and Suriname entertain excellent relations and we gratefully remember that in the beginning of this year—a period which was crucial for my country—you personally received a delegation from Suriname and counselled us as a statesman and a friend. We shall never forget this. Your recognized statesmanship assures us of positive results at this session in the interest of peace and harmony. 103. May I at the same time pay tribute to Mr. Imre Hollai, who provided the thirty-seventh session with effective leadership. 104. We also wish to express our gratitude to the Secretary-General.”

    1983-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 38 (1983)