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first: 1966-09-24
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“This sacrilegious act has plunged the Moslems of the world into a state of great emotion and deep sorrow and has certainly further emphasized the need to do everything possible to solve this conflict, which renders the Middle East an explosive region. At this stage it would not be proper to make any accusation, but it is difficult to absolve the country occupying the Arab part of Jerusalem of responsibility for an act committed in a place under its military jurisdiction. It is all the more regrettable that this country continues to ignore the resolutions adopted by the General Assembly and the Security Council calling upon it to rescind all measures that would have the effect of altering the status of the city of Jerusalem. 182.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“In fact, we are witnessing an increase in tension along the cease-fire line which has given rise to deep concern among all those who hope to see peace restored in the region as soon as possible. The frequent clashes between the armed forces of the parties concerned have tended to take on the dimensions of full-scale military operations. 180. It would be a mistake to view the violence in the region solely in the light of violations of the Security Council’s cease-fire resolutions. I do not believe that appeals for moderation can really suffice to maintain calm as long as efforts to facilitate a solution to the conflict do not hold out hope of an early settlement. 181. The burning of the Al Aqsa mosque has added a very critical element to an already alarming situation.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Turkey has scrupulously applied the measures prescribed by the Security Council against this inhuman régime, which has just carried out a farcical referendum of which the outcome was known in advance. I need hardly add that the constitution that emerged from this so-called referendum and which aims at the consolidation of the racist régime in Southern Rhodesia is not legally valid. 178. Our Organization must pursue its untiring efforts and adopt the appropriate measures so that the people of Zimbabwe may achieve their independence. 179. I trust I shall not be trying the patience of the Assembly if I dwell rather fully on the situation in the Middle East, where the conflict has definitely taken a turn for the worse, particularly recently.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“of apartheid and racial discrimination practised by the Government of South Africa, which is giving a most objectionable example of the enslavement of peoples by refusing to grant Namibia its independence despite all the resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council. The United Nations Council for Namibia, of which Turkey is a member, has once again drawn the attention of the Security Council to the seriousness of the situation in this part of Africa. It is regrettable that the Government of South Africa does not seem prepared to respond to the appeal made to it by the Security Council to withdraw its administration from Namibia before 4 October 1969 [see resolution 269 (1969)]. 177. Another distressing example of colonialism is provided by the illegal racist and minority régime of Southern Rhodesia.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Turkey, which has just been elected to the Commission on Human Rights, is very glad to be able to take an active part in the constructive work of this Commission, whose aim is to bring about universal and effective respect for the dignity of the individual. 175. I have more than once had an opportunity to speak on the question of the elimination of colonialism since the adoption of the Declaration on decolonization, of which Turkey is proud to have been a sponsor and of which we will be celebrating the tenth anniversary next year. We must persevere in this course and continue to exert unremitting efforts in order to bring colonialism to an end as quickly as possible. 176. Vestiges of colonialism are mainly to be found in the southern part of the African continent. The conscience of mankind rejects the policy.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“It is distressing to find that some of our problems are anachronisms in this age, of which one of the most characteristic features is the emancipation of man and the recognition of the right of peoples freely to determine their own destiny. We are saddened to note that, in practice, respect for the rights of man, the basis of liberty, justice and peace in the world, still leaves much to be desired. There are still to be found on our planet repugnant practices based on discrimination on account of race, colour or religion. In our day these practices constitute an inadmissible denial of fundamental human rights. 174.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“My meaning is that if we are to attain the objective of mankind, that of universal peace and stability, we must all strive to eliminate the sources of tension and prevent the formation of others, while seeking out those areas which lend themselves to fruitful co-operation within the community of nations. This, of course, requires a positive and constructive approach towards problems whose solution depends in the first place on the spontaneous and willing co-operation of all countries. It is precisely the absence of this essential element which is at the root of many of the disturbing situations and upheavals that endanger peace and stability. 173.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“We must bow to facts: the Organization will never be able to perform the functions assigned to it in the Charter as long as relations between countries are not guided by the ideals and principles laid down together with these functions. The succession of disappointments we have suffered is no more than the consequence of discordant and divergent attitudes. 172. However, I do not wish to seem pessimistic. Fortunately, there are certain new developments which are indicative of a more promising outlook. Indeed, some critical problems seem to have become less acute, even if they have not yet been solved.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“The United Nations continues to be a meeting place where we air our complaints rather than a forum where the individual efforts of our Governments are harmonized to deal with the various problems threatening our peace, tranquillity and conscience. This discouraging observation at least has the advantage of showing us the way in which we should direct our efforts in order to make this Organization the guardian of peace and international stability. 171. Unfortunately, the bane of our time is not our failure: to recognize the danger involved in recourse to force, injustice, discrimination and suspicion everywhere, but rather our inability to provide effective remedies commensurate with the seriousness of our problems.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“Your election has certainly another significance: it is evidence of the ever-increasing role played by the dynamism of the African continent in the field of international politics. I wish to assure you of my delegation’s whole-hearted support in the performance of your important duties. 169. I also wish to associate myself with the tributes paid by several speakers to the memory of the late President, Mr. Emilio Arenales. I need not repeat what has already been said regarding his qualities, which have always been universally admired. In Mr. Arenales, Guatemala has lost a distinguished statesman and the United Nations a faithful servant of the cause of peace and international understanding. 170. The establishment of an international order based on law and justice is still the main subject of our interventions.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“168. Madam President, it gives me great pleasure to extend to you my hearty congratulations upon your election as President of the General Assembly. We have a very full agenda, perhaps too full and the present session of the Assembly is no better off than preceding sessions with regard to the crises and the violence that continue to poison the atmosphere of international relations. In the circumstances, we have the difficult task of engaging in useful and fruitful discussions on questions directly affecting peace and security and of focusing our attention on economic problems of an urgent nature. It is thus with the prospect of much hard work before us that your talent, your experience of the United Nations and of international affairs and your personal charm will be called upon to guide our debates to a successful conclusion.”
1969-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 24 (1969)
“However, the fact that our eyes inevitably turn to the United Nations each time we face a complicated and threatening situation proves our unbounded confidence in the part the Organization is called to play in establishing a just and lasting international order. We must exert all our efforts to draw nearer to the day when all mankind will begin to enjoy the blessings of that order.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Before concluding I should like to express my delegation’s sincere welcome to two new Members of our Organization, Mauritius and Swaziland. My delegation extends to them its heartfelt greetings and expresses its satisfaction at this continued growth of our community of independent nations. 167. Whatever disappointment we feel from time to time, I prefer to conclude my statement on a more optimistic note. This regular session of the General Assembly is the twenty-third since our Organization was founded. We know that this Organization, which embodies the ideals of men who desire universal peace and security, has not succeeded in solving the problems that stand in the way of that goal.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Malnutrition is also raising serious problems, which we feel that the United Nations must carefully examine. I am also happy to express here our appreciation for the joint programmes of technical assistance and pre-investment assistance organized as part of the United Nations Development Programme, whose financial resources must be increased. 165. On the eve of the second Development Decade, we consider the basic task still to be that of formulating a world development strategy based on each country’s individual efforts and backed by converging measures and policies negotiated on the various levels of a more active international co-operation. Only through such a policy can we promote efforts aimed at solving the problems of the developing world. 166.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“In our opinion the lack of a world development strategy has been one of the main reasons for that situation. 163. At present, United Nations organs are carrying out studies of the various tasks involved in preparing the forthcoming Development Decade. The very modest results of the first Decade compel us to be more courageous and precise in formulating the policies and measures to be implemented during that new period, which will doubtless be a decisive phase in the struggle of the less developed countries against the evils of under-development. 164. Some of the great economic problems confronting developing countries are of special urgency. I should like particularly to mention the concern created by rapid population growth in relation to projected food production.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“I should like here to express my Government’s satisfaction at the outcome of the work for the drafting of a treaty on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons [resolution 2373(XXII)]. We are hopeful that that treaty will be followed by further constructive measures which will help us to advance towards total disarmament. 161. I should now like to express some ideas on the economic problems of developing countries. 162. The first United Nations Development Decade is ending without substantially changing them. The economic growth of the developing countries has not reached the hoped-for rate. The results of the second United Nations Conference on Trade and Development have also been disappointing. The gap that separates rich and poor, instead of decreasing, has continued to widen.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Turkey, which has always supported the resolutions adopted on the question of Southern Rhodesia, finds that attitude intolerable, and considers it necessary to enforce strictly the measures drawn up by the Security Council against Southern Rhodesia and always fully supported by Turkey. 159. In the present international situation, with its serious disturbances, the question of disarmament takes on special importance. The lack of progress towards general and complete disarmament must not discourage us in our efforts. On the contrary, the concrete results achieved with regard to collateral measures should strengthen our determination to continue the pursuit of our goals. 160.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The stubborn refusal of the South African Government to co-operate with the Council in finding a just solution to that problem represents a lamentable attitude about which the General Assembly expressed its deep concern in a resolution [2372(XXII)] adopted at the twenty-second session. The Security Council must give priority to study of that very threatening situation in order to lay down the steps that must be taken. 158. Another matter, that of Southern Rhodesia, is still causing concern to my Government. In fact the illegal régime in Southern Rhodesia, under its inhuman policy of racial discrimination, continues to oppress the majority of the country, deprives the Rhodesian people of its right to self-determination, and creates an extremely serious situation that may threaten the peace and security of the African continent.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“We continue to be hopeful that the Paris talks will lead to a political solution of that conflict in the spirit of the 1954 Geneva Accords, so as to restore peace and stability to that part of the world. 156. I feel that the problems now confronting the African continent go beyond the borders of Africa and concern all mankind. For that reason the material and moral support of the international community is of vital importance in solving those problems. 157. I am sorry to note that, since the twenty-second session of the General Assembly, no substantial progress has been achieved in the question of Namibia, which continues to be of serious concern to my delegation, especially since Turkey is a member of the United Nations Council for Namibia.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“We are of the opinion that it is extremely important not to allow the opportunity open to us to slip by; for, if that peaceful initiative were to fail, the remaining options would be very limited. 153. Likewise, we sincerely believe that the effective presence of the United Nations Force in Cyprus is of special importance. We should like here to pay tribute to the United Nations authorities for the efforts they have made to maintain normal conditions in Cyprus. 154. I should also like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the countries that are contributing to the maintenance of the United Nations Force in Cyprus. 155. The situation in South-East Asia still gives rise to concern because of the war in Viet-Nam.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Since the serious crisis of the end of last year, a relative calm has been re-established in Cyprus. The Turkish Government, which welcomed the Secretary-General’s appeals and his offer of good offices to pacify the island, is hopeful that pacification will be speeded by his action. Turkey has also favoured bilateral contacts in Cyprus. Current talks between the two communities are aimed at exploring the conditions of a joint life for both communities. Turkey believes that they can achieve satisfactory results if they are based on recognition of the legitimate rights and interests of both the island’s communities. 152. We consider that the success of those exploratory talks can open the way to a final, negotiated and joint solution of the problem among all the parties.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“We consider that the prospect of a political solution still lies in the success of Mr. Jarring’s mission. His wisdom, tact and perseverance deserve all praise. 149. Turkey considers the maintenance of peace and stability in the region one of the basic goals of its policy, and is constantly working in that direction. The Assembly has many times heard statements reiterating our twofold opposition to the use of force and to reliance on faits accomplis for the purpose of gaining territory and political advantage. Thus we must do all in our power to ensure application of the Security Council resolution, to end the conflict in the Middle East, and thereby to create a stable state of peace in the region. 150. I come now to a question of direct concern to my country: that of Cyprus. 151.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The continuance of the crisis, with the prolonged occupation of the Arab territories and the disregard of the General Assembly resolutions concerning Jerusalem, is a serious threat both to the stability of the region and to world peace. 148. The efforts of the Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Mr. Jarring, and the concurrent steps taken by a number of countries have not so far been crowned with success. The main reason for that situation is the failure to enforce the Security Council resolution [242(1967)] of 22 November 1967, which nevertheless raised great hopes when it was adopted and is still, in my Government’s opinion, the most valuable instrument for settling the problem. It must be noted, furthermore, that the moderation and understanding shown by the Arab countries did not meet the positive response they deserved.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Otherwise distrust and discord will again prevail on the European scene and increase the anxieties of a world already bent beneath the weight of various international conflicts and of an arms race that is hard to check. 147. indeed, all too many conflicts seriously threaten international peace and stability. Among those the situation created in the Middle East by the war of June 1967 is still a major cause for concern. It is our duty to increase our efforts towards finding a solution to that conflict as soon as possible, especially since opportunities to solve it by peaceful means cannot be considered permanently available. incidents along the cease-fire line reveal the explosiveness of the present situation.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The General Assembly, aware of the importance of increasing contacts and of developing a spirit of co-operation among all European countries, saw fit in 1965 to adopt a resolution [2129(XX)] to further the improvement of good-neighbour relations among European States with different social and political régimes. However, the military intervention in Czechoslovakia seriously affected the trend towards détente. Furthermore, there is reason to fear that deterioration of the European political climate will render more difficult the settlement of the problems that are still awaiting solution in other parts of the world. 146. Thus we express the firm hope that it will be possible to promote understanding and relations based on fruitful co-operation advantageous to all European countries and furthering both regional and world peace.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Yet the end of the Second World War did not mean the beginning of peace. Europe has since experienced a long period of “cold war”. Later, when certain propitious factors generated and quickened trends towards reducing European tensions, we welcomed those trends with relief. Distrust began little by little to give way to a better understanding among European countries owing to increased contacts in several areas. There was reason to hope that that happy change in East-West relations would in the end surely create an atmosphere of trust which would in turn facilitate the settlement of the major unsolved problems by bringing about an era of peace and lasting security in Europe.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Unfortunately, deeds have not always conformed to those principles. That poses a serious problem which must concern all States, large and small, that have undertaken the duty to promote the purposes of the United Nations Charter. 144. After those general considerations, I would comment on the salient points of the current international situation. 145. I should like to begin with Europe. I believe that the situation brought about by recent events in Czechoslovakia deserves our special attention. I do not want to dwell on the distressing nature of those events, since my Government has already expressed its views on them. Nevertheless, I want to express my concern at their international effects. We all know that within twenty years European crises brought about two world wars that caused indescribable losses and suffering.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“As we become a great family of independent countries, we are bound to ensure that its members learn to join forces in building an international order that will enable them to live in security and to develop mutually advantageous relations. 142. That, indeed, is the reason why Member States have undertaken by the United Nations Charter to act in conformity with certain fundamental principles, such as the sovereign equality of all countries, the settlement of international disputes through peaceful means, and abstention from the threat or use of force. 143. It should also be noted that in 1965 the General Assembly adopted a declaration on the inadmissibility of intervention in the domestic affairs of States and the protection of their independence and sovereignty [resolution 2131(XX)].”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“The International Year for Human Rights affords us a good opportunity to remind ourselves of the urgent need to act on principle. As we detest slavery, so we must take alarm at the attempts that some are making to impose their will on others by force or accomplished fact. The Organization has always attached prime importance to the eradication of apartheid wherever it still exists; that is a noble task to which my country has lent is wholehearted support. 141. The eradication of the last vestiges of colonialism is another subject that has continued to occupy this Assembly’s attention and has called for continual efforts by our Organization. It is true that enormous progress has been made towards that goal. However, that is not enough.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“We in the United Nations have the moral obligation to examine closely all the evils that are poisoning the life of the international community in order to isolate and begin to eradicate them from the realm of human and international relations. 140. Today we are witnessing a series of distressing events and developments, ranging from the policy of apartheid to the use of force for territorial conquest or the settlement of disputes. It is extremely painful to watch blows directed against human dignity and the universal principles that govern relationships between sovereign and independent countries. We cannot be content with enunciating principles; we must also mobilize our efforts to ensure respect for them by all countries and throughout the world.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Manescu, who led our deliberations with skill and distinction during the last session of the General Assembly, which will surely have a special place in the history of our Organization. We are all beholden to him for the untiring efforts he put forth in the cause of world peace throughout the year of his presidency. 139. This year we are meeting with our thoughts deeply concerned by the serious, indeed grave, events that mark the development of international relations. Several of the speakers who have preceded me at this rostrum have rightly stressed their concern at the virulence that has been injected into the international political scene by those events and those conflicts. We cannot overemphasize their effect on international stability, which itself is all too delicately balanced.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“137. Mr. President, allow me at the outset to express my delegation’s special pleasure at the election of the Guatemalan Minister for Foreign Relations, Mr. Arenales, to the presidency of the General Assembly. I should like to extend to him my heartiest congratulations on that token of esteem and confidence given him by the Members of this Organization. There is no doubt that the General Assembly will need all Mr. Arenales’s statesmanship to accomplish its work and confront the challenge offered to it by the complexity of the various international problems. I assure him of my delegation’s support and co-operation in the fulfilment of his task. 138. I should also like to pay tribute to the outgoing President, Mr.”
1968-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 23 (1968)
“Whatever the limitations on its ability to undertake effective and direct action, the United Nations can nevertheless make a substantial contribution towards the settlement of disputes and the consolidation of peace, and to the furthering and expansion of the world economy. It can do so, on the one hand, because of the moral authority of its decisions and appeals and, on the other hand, because of the effectiveness of its activity in areas where it has the means to act. We remain convinced that our faith in the United Nations must be maintained. We have no alternative, for it is only within the United Nations that we can go beyond our individual interests and attain a full awareness of the common interests of all mankind.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The agenda of the twenty-second session contains important items dealing with economic questions, such as the second session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the United Nations Development Decade, the external financing of the economic development of the developing countries, multilateral food aid and the activities of the United Nations Development Programme, all of which must be considered fully and constructively by the General Assembly. 125. I have just set forth my Government's views on the serious and important problems facing us. We know that the United Nations does not have the means to provide remedies and solutions for all those problems. Today's political realities do not allow for that. But let us not lose hope on that account.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“To implement the "global development strategy" recommended by the Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, it is indeed essential to unite and synchronize the efforts of the developing and developed countries. 123. The first session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, held at Geneva in 1964, set forth the principles of a bold new policy of international trade and development. It will now be the task of the second session to discuss and define measures for implementing that policy. 124.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“This arduous task, however, could be more easily undertaken and achieved if national efforts were to be augmented and supported by parallel efforts at the international level. 121. In this respect, I can only point with appreciation to the great work that the United Nations and the specialized agencies are in the process of accomplishing to assist developing countries. In this connexion, I also believe that the second United Nations Conference on Trade and Development should constitute a new stage in effective international co-operation for the economic growth of developing countries and the growth of the world economy as a whole. 122.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Unfavourable fluctuations in the terms of trade, difficulties encountered in the external financing of development, the burden imposed by the servicing of foreign indebtedness, the insufficient volume of the aid itself and the rapid rate of population growth are some of the main problems impeding the economic development of the countries in question. 120. The task of our Organization and of the specialized agencies responsible for assisting in the solution of these problems is thus rendered more complex and more difficult. Nevertheless, I do not believe that those problems are insoluble. Indeed, the developing countries are in the process of making great efforts to speed up the development and diversification of their economy by means of a more energetic mobilization of their internal resources.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The existence of a wide gap, and a gap which is widening day by day between the level of the developed countries and the economically less- developed countries is one of the more unhappy features of our era. Poverty, ignorance, destitution and under-nourishment are serious threats to peace. 119. Praiseworthy and energetic efforts are of course being made to eradicate these evils from man's life. The results of these efforts, however, are still far from encouraging. The goals set for the United Nations Development Decade have not been achieved, and the steps taken since 1960 have not served markedly to improve economic conditions in the developing countries. We are aware of the many reasons for that state of affairs.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It appears to us that the policy of racial discrimination practised by the South African Government remains the root cause of the problems in southern Africa. It is unthinkable that such a policy should be applied in defiance of the principles and provisions of the Charter, which the South African Government, by its accession, undertook to respect. The continued existence of such a situation in the world is a source of shame and an insult to the dignity of man, Turkey repudiates any policy of racial discrimination, including that of apartheid, and is ready as always to assist in bringing that practice to an end. 117. I should now like to say a few words about economic problems, which are among the major concerns of our Organization. 118.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We have stated on many occasions that we unreservedly support the right to self- determination and independence of all of Southern Rhodesia, and that we would reject any political system based on a minority regime and any sort of racial discrimination. 115. Turkey fervently hopes that the rebellion may end as quickly as possible and that a constitutional government may be set up in that country. Until that is done, Turkey will continue to apply fully the resolutions on that problem adopted by our Organization, I should like to take this opportunity to inform the General Assembly that Turkey, by a decree of the Council of Ministers, has forbidden the import and export of the strategic commodities indicated in Security Council resolution 232 (1966), as well as their transport by Turkish aircraft or ships. 116.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“In so doing, that Government has taken upon itself a very heavy responsibility. If I have dwelt on this question, it is because Turkey, as a member of the Council set up under General Assembly resolution 2248 (S-V), is fully aware of its responsibilities towards the population of that Territory. 113. The crisis in Southern Rhodesia, which has grown more pronounced since the unilateral declaration of independence of the minority regime now in power, still continues to be of concern to the United Nations. It is regrettable to note that the measures taken by the international community have not so far been able to put an end to the illegal regime controlling that Territory. 114. Turkey's position with regard to this problem is known to all.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Among these problems, the situation in the Territory of South West Africa continues to be of serious concern to my delegation. 112. Mindful of its responsibilities, the General Assembly adopted two resolutions [2145 (XXI) and 2248 (S-V)] under which the Mandate conferred on the Government of the Republic of South Africa was terminated, the Territory of South West Africa was henceforth to come under the direct responsibility of our Organization, a United Nations Council for South West Africa was set up to administer the Territory until its accession to complete independence and the Acting United Nations High Commissioner for South West Africa was appointed. It is unfortunate that instead of co-operating with our Organization, the South African Government has seen fit to give a negative reply to the Council's request.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Turkey, which was one of the sponsors of the resolution [1514 (XV)] containing the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples, is prepared as always to support the efforts of nations towards the implementation of that resolution. 110. Today, the African continent finds itself faced once again with serious problems. In the opinion of my delegation, those problems concern not only Africans, but the whole international community. That is why we must endeavour in every way to find just and practical solutions to the problems of the African continent. Experience has plainly shown us that the solutions put forward — even though they may have seemed satisfactory to us — have not been effective without the full support of the international community. 111.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“I am convinced, and I know that my conviction is shared by all of you, that the United Nations will have attained truly universal status only when colonialism has completely disappeared and that its task of promoting respect for the fundamental human rights will only then be fulfilled, It is true that we have come a long way, but it is just as true that there are still difficult problems to be resolved in that field. We trust that the total eradication of colonialism will be achieved in the near future and that the administering countries will conscientiously carry out their task of preparing the peoples under their administration and of guiding them towards independence as quickly as possible. 109.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We consider that we must increase our cooperation to bring about an agreement which would meet the minimum requirements, namely, effective control and universal accession. In our view, the principles of supervision and universality should constitute the basic conditions of any non-proliferation treaty. Effective control is essential to protect the vital interests of countries against any secret violation. Similarly, the accession of all countries to such a treaty would largely dispel the fears that signatory countries might legitimately entertain with regard to countries which refused to accede to it. 108. Through its untiring efforts, the United Nations has greatly contributed to speeding up the process of decolonization.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“What appears to us essential in this matter is to conclude as quickly as possible a treaty which will effectively ensure the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. The objections to particular aspects of the problem raised by a number of countries, such as the balancing of obligations and responsibilities between nuclear and non-nuclear countries, the extension of international control to include the peaceful nuclear activities of the nuclear countries, the safeguards against nuclear aggression or the threat of such aggression to be accorded non-nuclear countries — all these objections are certainly understandable and legitimate. They should be given full consideration in any discussion, but they should not be allowed to delay the conclusion of the non-proliferation treaty. 107.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Problems such as the reunification of Germany have not been solved. We believe that the German people has the undeniable right freely to ensure its unification, and we hope that that problem will be resolved in the best conditions of security for all European countries. 106. We are pleased to note that considerable progress appears to have been made in the field of non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. The identical draft treaties submitted to the Committee of Eighteen by the United States and Soviet Governments are not perhaps drawn up in such a way as to meet all the criteria set forth in General Assembly resolution 2028 (XX). But we must bear in mind that the draft treaties proposed by the United States and Soviet Governments are the result of lengthy discussions which entailed certain concessions on both sides.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It is comforting to note that beyond this sombre list of problems and conflicts there have been other developments which give rise to some optimism. 105. The most encouraging evidence of progress has been the easing of tensions between East and West. That trend, desired by the great majority of the international community, will be an important factor in stabilizing international relations. As part of that trend, contacts between all the European countries are rapidly increasing, and trade and cultural exchanges are expanding in a satisfactory manner. While it is true that the European countries are acting with a better spirit of understanding and are endeavouring to eliminate as far as possible the barriers separating them, it is also very true that the differences dividing East and West remain.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Although these contacts have enabled both sides better to understand each other's positions and views, it has proved impossible to arrive at a common understanding. 102. For our part, we shall always do all in our power to reach a just and peaceful settlement. Our attitude on this subject has always been clear. We devoutly hope for a settlement which, based on the treaties governing the status of Cyprus, can reconcile the legitimate interests of the parties concerned and enable the two communities to live and work together in peace, security, respect for each other's separate identities and historic rights, and in mutual trust. 103. We consider that a solution might be worked out on the line of those general principles, provided that neither party persists in advocating set and rigid formulas. 104.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Measures that might have such political aims would not be of a nature to contribute to normalizing the situation, but might on the contrary increase mistrust. 101. With regard to the search for an agreed and peaceful solution, Turkey has in this area shown irrefutable evidence of its good faith and sincerity. It has constantly and unambiguously stated that it remains firmly and resolutely opposed to the use of force in reaching a settlement. It will hold to that position while continuing to fulfil its contractual and moral obligations to the Turkish community. We have always advocated negotiations, and we have entered into them with the greatest goodwill every time an occasion has arisen. It is in that spirit that we have undertaken talks with Greece aimed at promoting the search for a solution acceptable to all parties concerned.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)