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first: 1947-09-24
most recent: 1961-09-24
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“May God grant that the sixteenth session of the General Assembly will bring about constructive solutions to many problems of the day under his able guidance',”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“After that date a freely-elected Government and a freely-elected opposition will take it upon themselves to guide our nation in facing the pending economic, cultural and social problems, and to secure the establishment of the fundamental democratic freedoms. 154. Before I conclude my statement, may I be allowed to express to Mr, Slim the heartiest congratulations of my delegation on his election as President of th6 Assembly. For those of us who have worked in close collaboration with him over a long period of years in the United Nations, and who have had so many occasions to admire his sincere devotion to justice, peace and international understanding, there can be no better guarantee for successful achievements during this session than to know that he will be presiding over our deliberations.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The new Constitution of the Turkish Republic was prepared by an eminent, group of personalities competent in the matter and was subsequently approved by the Constituent Assembly. Furthermore, this new Constitution was submitted to the acceptance of the Turkish people through a referendum on 9 July 1961. 'The majority of the electorate having voted in its favour, the new Constitution is now adopted. 152. As for the elections, of which I had informed the Assembly a year ago, an electoral campaign is in progress in Turkey at this moment among four leading political parties. The Turkish people will cast their votes on 15 October 1961. 153.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“My own Government has given top priority in its endeavours to the task of making secure under appropriate guarantees the rights of the Turkish people to advancement in the cultural, economic and social fields. 150. Almost exactly a year ago, when I had the honour to address the General Assembly from this rostrum at the fifteenth session [870th meeting], I stated the determination of the new Turkish administration to prepare a new constitution with the aim of establishing all necessary guarantees for the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms in the country. I also stated the unfailing resolution of the Turkish reform movement to proceed to free elections in the fall of 1961. 151. I am now happy to state that both of these resolutions have been carried out.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The importance of the international issues with which we are faced today should not make us overlook the basic problems which affect more directly the life of individual human beings. The struggle against disease, poverty and illiteracy, the struggle for preserving human dignity, must continue to be at the forefront of our preoccupations. 147. During the last decade the source of economic, cultural and social development has opened new avenues for international co-operation. Much has been done in this field by the United Nations, by the specialized agencies and by individual Governments. A great deal remains still to be done. 148. The rapid increase in population, brought about mainly by progress in the medical field, has made it imperative for most Governments to strive for development in an ever-increasing rhythm. 149.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“As I have already stated, we are desirous of seeing a close and brotherly co-operation among all the Arab peoples as an important prerequisite for peace and stability in our region. But the form in which such co-operation may manifest itself is a matter which can only be decided by the various Arab countries themselves. 145. Whether they may choose to be under one or under various administrations, under one state or separate independent states, all the Arab peoples have much to gain from a close co-operation among themselves. The Government and the people of Turkey ardently hope that brotherly relations will continue to prevail among all our Arab neighbours, as we hope to maintain the same friendly relations with all of them. 146.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“Under these circumstances, it is only natural that Turkey has found it appropriate to recognize the existing reality as accepted by all concerned, and that we should have done so before some other countries which are located geographically at a greater L distance than Turkey. 143. In view of these facts, it is with a sincere sense of regret that we have learned of the decision of the United Arab Republic to sever diplomatic relations with our Government. On our part, we attach particular importance to the maintenance of brotherly relations and friendly co-operation with all the Arab countries. Despite the fact that diplomatic relations may be momentarily broken, the Turkish people will always continue to maintain most sincere feelings of friendship and good will towards the people of the United Arab Republic. 144.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“Under these circumstances, we find it difficult to understand how this clear position of the Turkish Government, which was based on the attitude of all concerned, could be misinterpreted as though it were against anyone. Turkey has a common frontier of over 4C0 miles with Syria. This frontier contains trade routes, transit connexions, communications and other links of common interest. To give an example, along ' this frontier there are Turks who possess farms on the Syrian side, and Syrians who own land on the Turkish side. By mutual agreement they are allowed to cross over the frontier to earn their daily bread. 142.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“As was natural, we recognized this union born of the free will of the people in the two countries at that time, and our wish was that the new United Arab Republic would inaugurate an era of happiness and prosperity for all its citizens. Last week our Syrian neighbours proclaimed1 their decision to revert to their former ■ status of a separate and independent State. For its part, the Government of the United Arab Republic proclaimed that it would not oppose such a decision by force and would leave it to the Syrian people to decide their future. Our attitude, as was the case before, has again been to recognize the decision of the peoples concerned. 141.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“Ever since the end of the Ottoman Empire—to give an exact date, ever since the proclamation of the National Pact by the Turkish Parliament on 28 January 1920—Turkey has proclaimed and defended the right of all our Arab neighbours to decide their own destinies in accordance with their own desires and without outside interference.' Turkey, which is primarily interested in the establishment of peace, stability and progress in the Middle East, is naturally anxious to see a reign of harmony and brotherly co-operation among our Arab neighbours themselves. However, the form in which this harmony and cooperation may find expression is certainly a matter to be decided by our Arab neighbours, according to their own desires. 140. Some years ago Syria, our neighbours to the south, decided to form a union with Egypt.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The Flinch Government has accepted a solution through negotiation on the basis of self- determination and independence for Algeria, a solution which at the same time would recognize Algerian sovereignty over the Sahara. Such a solution not only would do justice to the gallant people of Algeria, but at the same time would be in keeping with the best liberal traditions of France, of which it has given so many examples in its glorious history. 138. As a country which is part of the Middle East, Turkey naturally has a keen interest in all the happenings which affect our geographical region. The Arab States certainly occupy a very important position in the Middle East. The sentiments of the Turkish people towards all their Arab neighbours stem from brotherly ties strengthened by common cultural and social bonds. 139.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“In recent months we have been heartened by happy developments towards an ultimate solution of that problem. For seven long years that unhappy land has been the scene of bloodshed and human suffering. My . countrymen are imbued with Maternal sentiments for the gallant people of Algeria and nurture sympathy for their legitimate aspirations. On the other hand, my country is also an ally of France, with which we have maintained friendly relations over a period of many centuries decent events and official declarations have inspired us with hope for, and confidence in an early and peaceful solution of this problem in conformity with the legitimate aspirations of the Algerian people.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“And by "realistic" we mean that all the phases of such a programme should be devised in a manner which will reassure the signatories that the implementation of the programme will not confer any advantage on one party to the detriment of another. The only hope of rendering such a programme acceptable to all concerned lies in prescribing effective international control for the implementation of every phase. 136. Progress in the field of disarmament is of such vital importance for the destiny of mankind that all Members of the United Nations bear a heavy responsibility to do their utmost to achieve at least the first encouraging results. 137. Among the major political problems assigned to the First Committee is the "Question of Algeria".”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“A renewal of efforts by all of us to approach this vital problem with sincerity , determination and realism is long overdue. It is regrettable that after so many years we should still be debating the composition of the committee which will examine this problem in the first instance, and that there should still be confusion as to the exact meaning of the terminology used in describing our goals. 135. As far as my Government is concerned, we stand for a disarmament programme which will be comprehensive and realistic. By "programme" we mean that disarmament must be implemented through various pre-determined phases. By "comprehensive" we mean that the programme should contain provisions regarding all types of weapons and personnel.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“Looking over the agenda of this session, we see that once again the problem of disarmament, which figures directly or indirectly in six agenda items, it the most crucial task entrusted to the Organization. In a period when the moratorium on atomic tests has been broken and when the political situation has been perturbed by increased tensions and anxieties, this problem assumes an even greater significance, For the problem of disarmament cannot be separated from the question of international security. Nor can it be solved without taking into consideration the element of mutual confidence. Up to the present time, a realistic approach to the solution of this problem has been impeded by too great an emphasis on the procedural and organizational aspects of the question.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The United Nations hp e made constructive contributions in elucidating the guiding principles of this great movement of our times. Last year the General Assembly adopted, by ninety votes to none, with nine abstentions, the Declaration on the granting of independence to colonial countries and peoples [resolution 1514 (XV)] of which my delegation had the honour to be among the original sponsors. That Declaration is centred around such high aspirations as Freedom, self-determination, independence and territorial integrity. These are ideals which are highly valued by the people of my country, and my delegation will therefore continue to co-operate in all constructive efforts for the maintenance and realization of those ideals. 134.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“We have heard from this rostrum complaints of direct interference in the internal affairs of other States and of subversive propaganda being carried out in the general direction of the Middle East on an unprecedented scale. The least that can be said about such activities, which are contrary to the Charter and to international law, is that they breed mistrust and lack of confidence, thus hindering good- neighbourly relations. 132. The constant growth in the membership of the United Nations is a continual reminder of the fact that the movement for freedom and self-determination constitutes the most characteristic trend of our period. Today there are one hundred independent countries represented in our Organization. We have the happy prospect of welcoming other new countries in the near future. 133.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“It is our ardent hops that the present tensions will be eliminated and that the peoples of the world will be relieved from their anxiety by compliance with these basic principles. All the nations of the world are entitled to expect from those directly concerned that they should do their utmost, to spare humanity the agony of a tragedy which can and should be avoided. 131. While keeping our eyes on the major issues which have heightened political tension today, we cannot overlook certain attitudes which even if minor and local in scope and character, still serve as sources of friction and impede the establishment of good- neighbourly relations.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The very preamble of our Charter proclaims respect for the obligations arising from the treaties and other sources of international law. Article 2 requires the development of friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples. The very spirit of the Charter is based on mutual understanding and respect for the rights and obligations of others as well as on the strict observance of one's own commitments. It bans unilateral action. It is against transgression on the rights of others. 130.. The Charter of the United Nations and the implementation of the principles set forth in it ever since the foundation of this Organization are contradicted by the very existence of the so-called Berlin question.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“In these inaugural days of the sixteenth session of the General Assembly, the world is unfortunately once again confronted with a serious deterioration in the political atmosphere. An uncertainty, full of anguish, has come to dominate international relations. Atomic tests, from which we had been spared during the last three years, have been resumed. In these circumstances, although sixteen years have elapsed since the end of the Second World War, armies are reinforced instead of being disbanded. This is tragic. It is particularly tragic because, by signing the United Nations Charter, the nations of the world have set forth all the basic principles whose strict observance would suffice to eliminate a new crisis.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The raison d'etre for the General Assembly, the Councils and the various Committees is indeed to render possible such an exchange of views, so that we may arrive at a decision. However, once such a decision has been reached, we must admit the renewal of discussion or a veto in any form in the phase of implementation. Our peoples have placed their faith in the United Nations, basing their trust on the minimum of effectiveness provided in the Charter. We would be betraying this faith were we to compromise in any manner this effectiveness. For this reason, my Government stands for one Secretary-General, who must be capable of fulfilling th3 mandates of his high office with objectivity, integrity and determination. 129.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“On this point my Government fully endorses the ideas so eloquently set forth by our late Secretary-General in the Introduction [A/4800/Add.l] to his annual report on the work of the Organization. We fully share his views concerning a dynamic United Nations aiming to bring about closer harmony and understanding among the various political divisions which are manifested in the course of its activities. We cannot be a party to any scheme which would emphasize and eternalise political division. What is more, we cannot place our faith in a United Nations having a paralysed executive. 128. The United Nations is an international body, where debate and discussion must take place in order to reach an agreement.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“In a way, it represents our executive, entrusted with the task of implementing objectively and unconditionally the collective will of the Organization. Article 100 mentions the exclusively international character of the responsibilities of the Secretary-General and further states that: "...the Secretary-General and the staff shall not seek or receive instructions from any government or from any other authority external to the Organization. They shall refrain from any action which might reflect on their position as international officials responsible only to the Organization." 127. These provisions are clearly opposed to any form of political or ideological approach in seeking to develop the office of Secretary-General.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“The Turkish people and the Turkish Government fully endorse these principles. We see in the United Nations the only hope of progress towards a world in which mutual understanding will reign instead of bitter division, and lasting peace will replace the constant threat of war. 125. We believe in a strong United Nations. The security of the smaller countries which form the majority of the Organization, the solution of the numerous problems which the world faces today, the gradual evolution of human society from its present dissensions to a more harmonious future demand a world Organization capable of acting with determination and efficiency. 126. According to the Charter, the office of Secretary- General constitutes one of the main organs of the United Nations.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“): Today it is with a heavy heart that.. I come to address the General Assembly in which I have had the honour and the privilege to represent my country for over a decade. The tragic loss of the Secretary-General; Dag Hammarskjold, is indeed a great misfortune for the Organization. For those who had the privilege to know him closely it has also been the sad bereavement of a personal friend. 124. The sixteenth session of the General Assembly, which was inaugurated under such sad circumstances, may be decisive in determining the extent to which the United Nations will be in the position, during the coming years, to fulfil the hopes and aspirations which the peoples of the world have placed in the Organization as well as in the principles and purposes set forth in its Charter.”
1961-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 16 (1961)
“World events make it incumbent upon this session of the General Assembly to take this decision. 66. If at the close of this fifth session we leave the Assembly hall without having set up an effective and smoothly running mechanism for the preservation of world peace, we shall have been false to the ideal of the United Nations and failed to promote the cause of universal peace. For it is highly disturbing for us to note — and gratifying, on the other hand — that world public opinion is far ahead of us, and the peoples of the United Nations now expect positive achievements of their Organization.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“The overwhelming majority of the Members of the United Nations have actually brought forth irrefutable evidence, in the attitude they have taken on the question of Korea, that they have achieved a remarkable maturity in their sense of responsibility in matters connected with safeguarding the peace. On the other hand, the Charter already embodies the provisions required to translate this will of the majority into action. But we are being deprived of the benefits of the Charter through the abuse and exploitation of some procedural possibilities which are equally open under the Charter. Our Organization is thus being paralysed in this respect. But possibilities for preventing this paralysis also are open to us under the Charter. We have only to act, to act with courage, to act now.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“It would be necessary to consider whether a threat might lead to a breach of the peace or to an act of aggression, to determine if such a situation actually exists, to take appropriate steps in order to prevent it and, eventually, to decide to put into action the international police force proposed in the third point. 64. It is in view of these considerations that my delegation will wholeheartedly support, in its main lines, the programme outlined here a few days ago by the United States Secretary of State. We believe that this proposal could be the basis for a mechanism which would help the United Nations to take immediate and effective action if and when it is faced by a new act of aggression. 65.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“The means to be determined under the fourth point, the observation to be carried out under the second and, finally, an emergency session of the General Assembly under the first, would all lead to eventual action, and action can be taken only by the forces to be provided under the third point. In our opinion, that is the key point of the whole programme. 63. The truth is that none of the countries in the world today, including the most powerful among them, is in a position all alone to take adequate and sufficient effective measures to safeguard the peace of the world. That is why an international police force to suppress aggression is one of the essentials for the peace and security of the world. The first, second and fourth points of the programme outlined by Mr. Acheson are also parts of a mechanism of security.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“Changing the order of these four points, and emphasizing particularly the means of implementation to be considered if this plan is to be put into effect, I should like to dwell on the third point first. I was very much pleased to note that the representative of Bolivia, who spoke a few minutes ago, stressed the same point. I do not think we can consider that as a mere coincidence. It is an indication of the prevailing opinion in the General Assembly. 62. In our view, the third point of the programme should be considered first, for that is the point to which all the others lead.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“But we may be faced with a new act of aggression in some other part of the world; the United Nations may have to renew its action to safeguard peace by repelling another armed attack. In such an eventuality, which we pray will never confront us, the time lost at the beginning may be disastrous for the United Nations and mankind. We may not be able to afford improvisation a second time. 59. It is therefore incumbent upon the General Assembly to consider means which will enable the United Nations to meet such situations and to perform its task as guardian of the peace of the world. 60. The United States Secretary of State, on 20 September [279th meeting], outlined from this rostrum a four-point plan designed to “increase the effectiveness of the United Nations action against aggression". 61.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“On the other hand, world events are pressing and leave no further room for delay. The setting up of a mechanism of security, able to function effectively and promptly, is imperative and the occasion urgent. 57. In Korea, in the face of a premeditated action by the aggressor, the United Nations had to improvise measures to safeguard the peace and security of the world and, consequently, was at a disadvantage. That is why the sanctions taken in Korea, in spite of the brilliant direction and leadership, did not produce results with the expected rapidity. Today it is gratifying note that the situation in Korea is developing favourably for the United Nations, and I pay tribute to the heroic men who have achieved that. 58.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“The historic resolutions of the Security Council of 25 and 27 June, respectively determining the existence of a breach of the peace in Korea and providing for United Nations action, are in complete harmony with the letter and spirit of the Charter. As has already been pointed out by several speakers before me, the action which was taken by the Security Council in that instance and which was made possible only through particular circumstances, has provided a most striking example of how the Security Council could function if the veto were to be eliminated. 56. But the elimination of the veto is possible only through a modification of the Charter, and it has become clear that any attempt in this direction would be doomed to failure in the present circumstances.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“We have said before, and I shall repeat it now, that in dealing with matters of vital importance to the world, we consider it improper to take advantage of an expedient — designed to serve otherwise — to nullify the will of the overwhelming majority. 54. The procedure of voting in the Security Council which allows the veto, coupled with obstructionist tactics, has made it impossible to put the provisions of Chapter VII into effect. But even assuming that these provisions had been given effect, it is unfortunately not difficult to foresee that the mechanism to be set up would be doomed to inaction and paralysis, again on account of the veto. 55.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“Let us now look at the organization and mechanism provided in the Charter of the United Nations for the maintenance of peace and security. Let us consider how far this mechanism is able to respond to the spirit of the United Nations. 51. We must admit frankly that the present mechanism is as yet far from satisfactory. We have, unfortunately, not yet been able to create the necessary mechanism to meet our requirements and to give the desirable prompt and effective expression to the spirit of the United Nations, and to convert it into action in the material and practical field. 52. The complete mechanism provided for in Chapter VII of the Charter has not yet been set up. The veto — to which the Turkish delegation as far back as the San Francisco Conference had registered its objection — has been made a tool of obstruction. 53.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“My country, Turkey, although thousands of miles away from Korea, and although it had had to strive for years, under considerable economic strain, to maintain the forces necessary for its own defence and existence, has shown a typical example of this moral sense of responsibility of the spirit of the United Nations, in participating in the common effort by making available to the United Nations a combat force of 4,500 men. 49. The collective action taken in Korea, the supreme manifestation of international solidarity, seen for the first time in the history of mankind, was not the result of sporadic enthusiasm but an indication of the maturity of the consciousness of civilized nations. 50. This is the spirit of the United Nations.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“In the face of this challenge, the nigh sense of responsibility and solidarity demonstrated to the world by the overwhelming majority of the Members of the United Nations was an expression of the high responsibility of the United Nations, and a living proof of the reality of a fundamental principle of this Organization, that is, that the peace and security of the world is one and indivisible and that all should join hands in co-operation and devotion in order to safeguard this sacred treasure. The action taken in Korea clearly showed that this principle was not only a theory destined to remain in the pages of the Charter, but the expression of a living spirit. 48.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“But the mechanism required for the most effective manifestation of this spirit in actual practice, for the maintenance of world peace within the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations, still leaves much to be desired. For, unfortunately, this mechanism has either not been set up at all, or the skeleton machinery which has been set up in certain cases does not function properly. 47. To illustrate these observations I shall mention the situation in Korea, which is a most striking example. Aggressive elements in Korea have, by an actual breach of the peace, threatened the peace and security of the world, and challenged not only the decisions and actions of this august Assembly, but also the very principles of our Charter.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“Along with the creation of conditions essential for strengthening peace, we must survey the activities and potentialities of the United Nations from the point of view of the steps to be taken in cases of threats to the peace and breaches of the peace. In this direction we observe that the spirit of the United Nations has, during the course of this year, manifested itself as a reality. Its existence can no longer be doubted, nor can its disappearance be feared. It has already become part of the dignity of civilized humanity, to have and to hold and to be proud of. This spirit must be made the perpetual guiding spirit of the United Nations. 46.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“Although my delegation is convinced that it would be essential to explore the field further without waiting for the results to be obtained from these programmes and to try to find more concrete ways of assistance to nations, such as private and public investment in economically under-developed countries simultaneously with technical assistance, we must still mention the results obtained by the Economic and Social Council this year as progress in this direction. In our opinion, although this is a satisfactory beginning, great efforts are still needed in this field, and when the question of the economic development of under-developed countries is taken up in committee, we hope to be able to make detailed observations and comments on this extremely Important subject. 45.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“Specifically, the fund which was set up as a result of the conference which met in June last for the first period of eighteen months for the expanded programme of technical assistance for the economic development of under-developed countries, is a promising beginning. Such programmes of technical assistance on a larger scale for several consecutive periods will, we hope, follow. 44.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“At the beginning of the fifth session of the General Assembly we are faced with the most crucial test we have yet gone through. Yet at this moment of grave concern for the peace of the world, some rays of hope and encouragement are also visible. Important steps have been taken for the creation of conditions of stability and well-being which are necessary for peaceful and friendly relations among nations. Indeed, the progress achieved by the United Nations in dealing with the problem of the economic and social development of economically under-developed countries deserves particular mention.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“The era inaugurated by the creation of the United Nations has been one of critical tension in international relations. The atmosphere of uncertainty and insecurity in which our Organization has had to thrive has put the United Nations to a continual test, which has become more arduous with every passing year. That is why, at the opening of each session of the General Assembly, we should take a sincere account of ourselves, examine our conscience, and try to establish, with as much precision as possible, whether, and to what extent, the United Nations has been effective and successful in solving the problems entrusted to it. We must at the same time look forward with courage and determine in good faith the course to be followed. 43.”
1950-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 5 (1950)
“As the representative of a peace-loving and freedom-loving people with an unshakable faith in the fundamental idea of the United Nations, I should like to conclude by conveying to the General Assembly the best and sincerest wishes of the Turkish people and the Turkish Government for a fruitful session.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“As to the aid extended to Turkey by the United States, which has been criticised at this rostrum with a remarkable lack of good will, it is a friendly assistance made accessible to the Turkish people with the object of upholding them in their legitimate right to existence, and thus it serves world peace. It has, therefore been accepted as such by the Turkish people with gratitude. The most sacred wish and hope of Turkey is to live in peace and friendly relations with the whole worn, without exception. This aspiration has always, on every occasion, been expressed and stressed by Turkish statesmen.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“All of us who are gathered here are painfully aware of one fact: the world today is passing through a precarious phase of unrest. To most of us it is equally painful to note the unhappy interpretation lent to this fact by some. Thus, according to the representative of the Soviet Union, apparently one of the causes of unrest is the publications of the Turkish Press. This is an unjust accusation and I cannot leave it unanswered. It would be wishful thinking to expect that the Press and radio in the Soviet Union could continuously publish and broadcast provocative slanders and offensive statements levelled at my country without some sort of reflexive response from the Turkish Press in the face of such a psychological aggression, commonly called a ‘‘war of nerves”.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“When consideration is given to the matter of setting up a standing committee of the General Assembly in which the representatives of all the Member States would take part and which would represent the General Assembly of the United Nations, I doubt if anyone can possibly raise serious objections to such a democratic development and improvement. It is, in our opinion, due to the inadequacies of procedure I have referred to above that we have not been able to find satisfactory solutions to a number of questions, among them the Greek A country which fought heroically against the overwhelming forces of fascism and thus won the admiration of the whole world — Greece — is still being tom by strife and has not yet been aide to find the peace which it certainly deserves.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“The most noteworthy proposal of the representative of the United States is the one pertaining to the Creation of a standing interim committee of the General Assembly on Peace and Security. It is purely for reasons of practical expediency that some of the rights of larger bodies are usually assigned to groups of a limited number. But where problems of general interest are concerned, the ideal procedure, of course, should be to submit them for decision to as large and representative a body as is practically possible.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“The representative of the United States, Secretary of State Marshall, in his speech of 17 September, during the eighty-second plenary meeting, made two proposals which, I believe, would make the General Assembly more effective in the discharge of its mission. One of these proposals is for the liberalization of the voting procedure in the Security Council through the elimination of the unanimity requirement in connexion with matters relating to Chapter VI of the Charter and such matters as applications for membership. The Turkish delegation would favour the total abolition of the right of veto. However, in case it is not possible to eliminate it totally, the Turkish delegation is prepared to support the proposal of the representative of the United States which, least, aims at its limitation.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)
“In dealing with matters of vital importance to the world, we consider it improper to take advantage of an expedient — designed to serve otherwise — to nullify the will of the overwhelming majority. I refer to the use of the so-called right of veto. It is incompatible with the fundamental idea of the United Nations. It is its antithesis. The Turkish delegation, during the Conference of San Francisco, registered its objection to the procedure of voting in the Security Council, and at that time made it clear that It would become necessary in the future to change it. I believe that the majority of us are now convinced that the appropriate time for such a change has come.”
1947-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 2 (1947)