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Nikezic

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first: 1965-09-24
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“My country's Government has always considered that it was the duty of our Organization to work towards the resolution of outstanding international problems and, particularly, those problems on which depend the stability and security of nations. Peace and development are the most pressing questions of our time. 90. Whatever difficulties it encounters, the United Nations remains the instrument best suited to universal co-operation. The strengthening of our Organization so keenly desired by the Secretary-General, whose efforts and activities are deeply appreciated by my Government, can be brought about only if all Member States bring to it the full measure of their responsibilities and their capabilities.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Competition among the industrial countries should in no way blind us to that confrontation between the developed and the under-developed worlds, a conflict of vast proportions which is liable to affect our future existence more perhaps than any other present-day problem. It is not enough to recognize the importance and scope of development problems; the international community must also undertake to seek out a solution to those problems. We hope that the second session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, as well as the meeting of the eighty-six developing countries at Algiers, will enable us to record practical results. We believe that those efforts merit our Assembly's fullest support. 89.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Yugoslavia, pursuing an independent policy, is actively participating in the current rapprochement between the countries of our continent, for that is in our immediate interest and, furthermore, we believe it to be the best way for Europe — after overcoming its long-standing differences — to serve world peace and co-operation and to fulfil its obligations in the matter of aid to developing countries. 88. The facts concerning the growing disparity between poor and rich countries and the possible repercussions which economic development problems can have on world peace, are well enough recognized today.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“In Europe, the East-West détente and the increasingly important steps being made in the field of European co-operation are, despite certain adverse events, bringing about a new spirit, a new awareness of what that continent may become in the future. 86. We expect this favourable evolution to continue, for it is in keeping with the political and economic interests of the European nations. In it, we see the best way of solving the major problems which have been outstanding for two decades, such as European security and the question of Germany. 87. The action of the group of nine European countries affords a modest but significant example of that new understanding and of those new relationships.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Other measures are needed for solving the major present-day problems. 84. In this connexion, the fact that a reconciliation of views has been achieved between the Soviet Union and the United States on the question of the nonproliferation of nuclear weapons is undoubtedly of great importance. My Government is in favour of a treaty which will reflect in the broadest possible way the interests of all States. We are also prepared to associate ourselves with efforts leading to the adoption of such a treaty and aimed at exploring the General Assembly's opportunities for action on this matter and on disarmament in general. 85.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Those, in essence, are the principles which inspire the policy of non-alignment. The fact that non-aligned and other countries have decided to intensify their co-operation in this time of crisis is, in our opinion, significant, and an inducement to more sustained action. 82. In speaking of the role of the United Nations, we always regard it as essential that the principle of universality should apply to it and that the legitimate right of the Government of the People's Republic of China to represent that country in this Assembly should be recognized. 83. The improvement of relations between the great Powers and their determination to avoid any direct confrontation are undoubtedly elements of basic importance for the maintenance of world peace. But that alone cannot solve all our troubles or even preclude the possibility of a war.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Owing to their complexity and their repercussions on international relations, the problems facing newly liberated countries and the peoples still under colonial domination extend beyond the bounds of regional activities and interests. We consider it indispensable to ensure more effective and more direct action by the international community both in the preparation of a long-term assistance programme for newly-liberated countries and the adoption of urgent measures for speeding up the process of decolonization. 81. We are convinced tin t the only effective way to combat the policy of force is for all nations to work together for the safeguarding of peace, independence and coexistence, for the furthering of economic development and for the strengthening of the role of the United Nations.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“I should simply like to reaffirm my Government's conviction that there can be no peace in that region so long as the Viet-Namese people are not allowed freely to determine their future. We have always been of the opinion — and we have repeated it ever since the beginning of the air attacks on the North—that it is for the United States to make the first essential step by declaring an unconditional end to the bombing of the territory of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam. Such a step could not but encourage the quest for a political solution in the spirit of the Geneva Agreements with, of course, the participation on an equal footing of the National Front for the Liberation of South Viet-Nam. 80.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The policy of coercion and local wars has become an immediate threat to the Independence and security of small countries; it compels them to devote to military expenditure resources that are disproportionate to their capabilities and, as a result, impedes their economic and social progress. 78. Of all the situations where force is now being employed, the war in Viet-Nam is naturally the one which causes most concern throughout the world, owing to the widening scope of military operations in the South and the bombing in the North, as well as to all the hazards inherent in that conflict. 79. Our support of the struggle of the Viet-Namese people and the Yugoslav positions on that problem are well-known.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We believe that we could count on the acceptance of such a basic premise, followed by an understanding of the steps to be taken, to clear the way for over-all solutions and for peace in the Middle East. 76. Far from being an isolated phenomenon, the events in the Middle East reflect the actual state of international relations, in which force always plays too large a part for us to have confidence in the unstable peace of our era. 77. The elements which make up general progress — especially the peoples' desire for peaceful independence, economic and social development and equal co-operation — conflict with the interests and with the activity of the imperialist forces. In order to protect their privileged positions, those imperialist forces seek to control the policy and development of many States.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We feel that the general debate and the concomitant consultations are revealing the broad outlines of what could be at this point the framework for a solution. I am thinking particularly of the denunciation of territorial demands, the withdrawal of forces, of the respect for the independence and territorial integrity of States and the guaranteeing of their security. If an agreement reaffirming those principles could he reached, there would surely be fewer difficulties in tackling the solution of other complex problems, such as those of the Palestine refugees and the Suez Canal. In such a context, the help of a special representative of the Secretary-General might be envisaged.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Those who declared, in launching that war, that they were in no way waging it to acquire territories, today inform us that they have come to those territories to stay. The fact that the return of populations forced to flee by the war is rendered practically impossible, as well as the expressed intention of replacing them with others, are manifestations of a policy of conquest unacceptable to the international community. 74. At the moment of military triumph, it is hard to hear the voice of reason. Yet that is the moment when it should be heard. Building the future on the basis of an armed raid would be unjust to other peoples and a failure on the part of any Government to fulfil its obligations to its own people. 75.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“It will be impossible for the Arab States and Israel to make peace or for the United Nations to fulfil its mission, so long as the vital interests of the Arab population of Palestine are not recognized and met — not by assisting, feeding or caring for them, but by repatriating or compensating them; in short, by giving them justice. For it is through that injustice that the war between the Jews and the Arabs began, and it is by redressing it that that war must be brought to an end if peace is to prevail in the region. 73. My Government attaches great importance to the fact that the Heads of the Arab States, meeting at Khartoum, declared themselves in favour of a political solution to the conflict. Unfortunately, we do not see evidence of a corresponding sense of reality on the other side.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Yugoslavia is also in favour of respect for and application of the principle of freedom of navigation in international waterways. However, under present conditions, it is essential to take present-day realities into account and, while upholding that principle, to recognize that that question is part of a complex of problems, and that it can be resolved only within that political context and insofar as general progress is made towards a solution in the Middle East. 72. With regard to the refugee problem, which is at the basis of the conflict between Israel and the Arab States and whose solution has up to now eluded all our efforts, it has lost none of its importance on the human and political levels.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“For that reason, we place the greatest importance on the near unanimity which has arisen out of the general debate on the duties and responsibilities of the United Nations with regard to the quest for peace in the Middle East. 70. The right of all States to exist is for us an established principle which applies also to the State of Israel, whose existence and whose equality of rights with other States we have never questioned. There is no doubt that recognition of the right to exist and respect for the independence and territorial integrity of all States must of necessity constitute the basic elements of any solution. It is in that spirit that my Government had suggested that guarantees should be provided by the great Powers or the Security Council, ensuring respect for those rights in practice. 71.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The international community cannot support solutions wrung from the vanquished by the victor. Apart from the question of their injustice, such solutions could not prevail beyond the day when the party compelled to accept them felt itself strong enough to denounce them. In our opinion, it is in that context that direct negotiations between Israel and each of the Arab States must be considered. As a rule, such negotiations are the best method of resolving disputes, provided that they are carried out on an equal footing. However, where one party, which has conquered territory belonging to another party by armed force, insists on direct negotiations, the support of such a demand by the United Nations would be tantamount to supporting the right of the strongest. The United Nations cannot shirk its obligations to peace and to Member States.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We are in favour of comprehensive solutions which can restore peace and security to that region. But whatever our wishes may be, we fear that, in the present circumstances, those problems cannot all be solved at once. 67. In our opinion, the first duty is to refuse to condone the results of the conflict and, consequently, to ensure that the Israel forces withdraw to the positions occupied prior to 5 June 1967. Failing that, there can be no conceivable just political solution. 68. It is encouraging to note that the principle of the inadmissibility of territorial changes resulting from the use of force has been so widely reaffirmed in this Assembly and that, with regard to the question of Jerusalem, it has been possible with near unanimity to adopt two resolutions calling upon Israel to rescind its annexation measures. 69.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Were the international community unable to reaffirm those fundamental principles and ensure their application, the repercussions of such a situation would be felt not only in the Middle East, but would, with ail the dangers inherent in them, threaten international relations as a whole. 65. In the search for a solution to the crisis, the Yugoslav Government favours a just political solution, which alone can provide for the elimination of the results of aggression and for the settlement of the disputes between the countries of the region. 66. The establishment of peace and security in the Middle East is, of course, a long-term task, owing as much to the number of problems that have accumulated as to the unusual circumstances in which their solution is being sought.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“Our aim was to help in overcoming opposition to any progressive action and to assist the efforts being made by interested Governments to reach some solution. 63. We appreciated the attention paid to our initiative by many Governments and the interest it aroused among them. At the current session, the Yugoslav delegation has set itself the same objectives: we are ready to participate in any effort to restore peace and security to the countries of the Middle East. 64. By exacerbating already existing problems and by giving rise to new ones, the Middle East crisis has posed a number of dilemmas. That crisis cannot be confined to the Israeli/Arab conflict alone. What we are concerned with here are the fundamental principles on which, at the present time relations between States are based.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We did so in the service of peace and independence for all countries, but also because of our direct interest in the maintenance of normal relations among States and in the security of the Mediterranean area. 62. The failure of the emergency special session has been a matter of great concern to the Yugoslav Government and to Yugoslav public opinion. The Yugoslav Head of State, who was convinced of the absolute need to persist in seeking a solution to the crisis, sent personal messages to several Heads of State and Heads of Government in which he set out his Government's views on possible bases for a political solution and put forward the ideas contained in the well-known five points. In so doing, we at no time aspired to the role of mediator.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“We are nevertheless convinced that, whatever differences of opinion there may be, there is no lack of common ground which can serve as a basis on which our Organization can, this time, fulfil its mission. 61. It is not my intention to review the history of events, the more so since we all seem to agree on the need to find a solution. The action taken by my Government since the outbreak of hostilities is well known. Yugoslavia has come out against the use of force as a means of settling disputed international questions, and it has lent its support to the victims of aggression in order to help them eradicate the consequences of the war.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The Middle East crisis is certainly not the only problem before us. Nevertheless, owing to its urgent nature, it occupies a central place in our concerns. It is, in addition, a problem with which the United Nations has been directly involved throughout the past twenty years. There is, therefore all the more reason for the United Nations to act at this stage when the crisis has deteriorated into war. 60. Unfortunately, the fifth emergency special session did not fulfil the aims it had set itself. For the first time when faced with an armed conflict, the General Assembly adopted no decision on the withdrawal of troops from territories occupied by force. The crisis has only grown more acute as a result.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“57. Mr. President, I should like first of all to extend to you my sincere congratulations on your election to the Presidency of the General Assembly, The Yugoslav delegation is particularly pleased to see elected the representative of Romania, which is making an important contribution to the cause of international co-operation, and with which my country maintains sincere and friendly relations. It is with equally great satisfaction that we welcome the first election of a representative of a socialist country to the high office of President of the General Assembly. 58. I should also like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to Mr. Pazhwak for the constructive efforts he put forth while presiding over the deliberations of the General Assembly during the past year. 59.”
1967-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 22 (1967)
“The resolution which the General Assembly adopted at its twentieth session calling for a world disarmament conference in which all States would participate [resolution 2030 (XX)] pointed out one such possibility. 56. We are convinced that through a common effort we shall be able to accomplish the most urgent task of today: to ensure peace and tackle the real problems of our time. The obstacles are great, but the role of the United Nations and our common responsibility are still greater.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The lack of political will has prevented agreement from being reached on the very important matter of disarmament. The arms race has imposed on the great Powers and the whole world a burden which we all must bear, for the atmosphere of instability and uncertainty has led even the poorest countries to allocate increasing sums for arms. We all speak of the need to disarm. It is high time we took practical steps. We must continue our efforts to conclude agreements on those partial measures on which some convergence of views has already emerged. Firstly, the dissemination of nuclear weapons must be halted. We must then seek out new possibilities for discussing general disarmament.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“While we do not doubt the complexity of this process, we feel that the lack of political will on the part of certain industrialized countries is the main reason for the lack of any significant progress. This continuing situation gives rise to serious concern, because better understanding, stability and peace cannot be ensured unless very tangible progress is achieved in the execution of international development policy. That is why these issues become increasingly urgent. The second United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, to be held next year, will undoubtedly be of decisive importance in this area. We can rightly expect it to mark a turning point in the study of development problems, and above all in the pursuit of efforts already under way. 55.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The many problems facing the newly independent countries and the developing countries in general, and the various pressures and interference from outside, impose on the United Nations the obligation to contemplate a broader plan of action in political, economic, social and educational spheres, so that the international community may more effectively assist these countries. We feel that the time has come, at this session, to discuss the problem and to draw up the guidelines for joint action. 54. The new international development policy, whose groundwork was laid down at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development held in Geneva in 1964, still has not been followed up by practical measures.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Today, as in the past, the non-aligned countries face essentially the same dilemma: they must either fight for peace and strengthen their own independence, or fall back to a subservient position. It is easy to understand that they choose the path of independence, no matter what obstacles they may find there. It is well to note that many newly independent countries have adopted this policy and that the actions of other countries, which are still members of military alliances, are marked by tendencies similar to those of the policy of non-alignment. 53.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Racial discrimination and apartheid defy the entire international community. The United Nations must therefore consider appropriate measures and institute a programme of action. 51. The only realistic course to follow to maintain peace and eliminate foreign domination is for us to apply the principles of the Charter and of active and peaceful coexistence. That is precisely the purpose of the policy of non-alignment, which develops cooperation among independent countries and opposes all hegemony and any form of monopoly in international affairs. 52. The way in which this policy is expressed has varied according to the particular period and circumstances of international life. Its value, however, has never been challenged by events.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Conditions clearly are favourable and new paths are being opened to us. 50. In another part of the world, unfortunately, the colonialists and their allies have entrenched themselves, particularly in southern Africa, from where they are attempting to relaunch their attack. In our opinion, either all African peoples will be free or emancipation itself will be endangered throughout the world. The peoples of Southern Rhodesia, of the colonies under Portuguese administration, and of Aden, South Africa and South West Africa are forced to struggle for their basic rights, and it is our duty to help them win independence. We cannot hide our disappointment at seeing the International Court of Justice turn a deaf ear to the claims of the South West African people, who are anxious to win their freedom from the South African racists.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“My Government, which has never believed in the utility or the future of military blocs, has for many years been pursuing a policy of extended bilateral co-operation and is participating actively in efforts now under way to seek solutions at the European level. We feel that the resolution adopted in 1965 on improving good-neighbourly relations among European States [resolution 2129 (XX)] reflects new tendencies in Europe and is a valuable contribution to co-operation among countries on that continent. In the spirit of that resolution, its sponsors are now preparing a meeting of representatives of European parliaments. 49. Recent contacts show that the Governments of the sponsoring countries are ready to consider opportunities and to take initiatives in political, economic, social and other areas.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“This is particularly true in Europe, where formerly division had been greatest and where many countries, despite their membership in alliances, have embarked on economic and political co-operation in the belief that thereby they are serving their own interests and are fostering the stabilization of peace in Europe. 47. We have no illusions that the major difficulties have already been overcome. Serious problems remain unsolved, but there is a growing awareness in all countries that the future does not belong to military blocs, although we cannot expect them simply to disappear. The strengthening of peace in Europe can only help to improve the situation in other areas as well. At the same time, favourable conditions are emerging which should encourage European countries to give more aid to the developing countries. 48.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Although the Viet-Namese war rightly concerns all nations, decreased tension and the thaw in the cold war in East-West relations, which developed several years ago, pave the way for new achievements. Their material basis lies in the domestic development of many countries, in the increased determination of peoples to live in independence, and in their strengthened economic capacity. On the whole the changes which have occurred in the general balance of power established after the war represent a positive development. The entry of new independent States into world affairs can only hasten the day when international relations will truly be based on democratic principles. 46. We are also witnessing important changes in military and political groupings. The obstacles to broader co-operation and to an independent policy are decreasing.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The independence of Viet-Nam is in the interest of the entire international community. We do not believe that the American people really want this war, nor that its termination can really endanger United States interests, nor that the exercise of self-determination by the Viet-Namese can damage the prestige of the United States. Quite the contrary, the continuation of this war is what threatens the prestige of the United States and, I would venture to say, of all other Governments and the United Nations itself; for if we cannot prevent such a destructive war, similar situations will arise sooner or later in other more vast regions, thus finally sweeping us all towards the abyss of war. I believe that our only alternative is to make every effort to avoid such a danger. 45.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Similarly, we feel that all the parties involved must declare their willingness to accept whatever domestic political solution the people of South Viet-Nam may freely choose, without foreign interference. 43. In this context we believe it possible to strengthen peace and the independence of countries in South-East Asia. For we are convinced that the Viet-Namese people and the other people of this region want neither, war nor enslavement to any foreign Power. By enabling the Viet-Namese people freely to decide their future, we would restore peace and stability to the entire region, thus serving the long-range interests of all States. If foreign troops withdraw from this area once known as Indochina and if the countries there refrain from participating in military alliances, anew era of development and co-operation could begin. 44.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“We thought it would then be possible to seek a solution on the basis of the Geneva Agreements. If we are to look forward to a political solution, we believe it is essential to pave the way for the departure of foreign troops. 42. My Government expressed this conviction on 21 January 1966. It still considers that this is the key problem for future negotiations and that the United States must promise to withdraw its military forces from South Viet-Nam within a specific period of time. What assurance would the Viet-Namese people — who have been waging an unequal struggle for two decades — have of attaining the objectives of their struggle, if negotiations were held while a foreign military presence remained, with no prospects for its withdrawal?”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“My country, which also has waged a difficult struggle for independence, has from the outset supported the right of the Viet-Namese people to settle their own domestic affairs. That is why we condemn foreign intervention and the bombing of the territory of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam, a sovereign and independent country. 41. We have always believed that it was possible to end this war and at the same time to guarantee that the Viet-Namese people would attain the legitimate goals of their struggle — independence and the freedom to choose their domestic regime. We have felt that it was up to the United States, whose armies are on foreign soil, to make the first move, namely, permanently to halt the bombing of the Democratic Republic of Viet-Nam and to recognize the National Liberation Front as a partner in the negotiations.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Although military operations are restricted to a specific area, this war is an international problem, not only because the interests of the great Powers are involved and because it is a threat to peace in general, but also because this conflict reflects the great dilemmas of our time. The failure thus far of foreign intervention to break the will of the Viet-Namese people, who are determined to be free, again confirms the fact that force cannot prevent people from attaining national independence and from choosing their social system, if they are firmly determined to do so. 40. It is not our intention to propose solutions, but we feel we must state our position on the most important current issues.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The present international situation can only ai-ouse our deep concern for peace and security and, in general, for prospects for future development. The fact that the great Powers realize that a nuclear war would be a catastrophe for all is of little consolation to us. The fact that the nuclear Powers tend to avoid direct conflict has not prevented power-hungry forces from resorting to all kinds of pressure, including that of arms. This policy of force is particularly evident in Asia and Africa, where imperialist interests are in permanent conflict with the aspirations of people who wish to free themselves from every kind of subordination. 39. The general debate has shown once again that the Viet-Namese war is the major current problem.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In this connexion, the fact that the People's Republic of China is not represented here constitutes the Organization's major shortcoming. Neither other States nor the United Nations can, without endangering peace and their own interests, challenge the right of the People's Republic of China to participate in world affairs on an equal footing. In accordance with this idea, Yugoslavia supports the right of the Government of the People's Republic of China to represent that country in this Organization.- In the belief that universality is essential to the United Nations, Yugoslavia has always favoured the admission of all States. We believe that conditions are now ripe for divided countries as well to join the United Nations, if they so desire. 38.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“Attempts by certain Powers to impose solutions on other countries can neither lead to a stabilization of the international situation nor can it in the long run ensure their own interests. 36. We are deeply convinced that all countries need the United Nations, be they great or small, rich or at a less advanced stage of development. The world Organization can function successfully only as a democratic body based on the principles of peaceful coexistence and international co-operation founded on equality. Without such a foundation, its future would be highly doubtful. 37. Major international problems cannot adequately be solved without the participation of the greatest possible number of countries and without representation of all regions of the world.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In our opinion, it must be sought first of all in the reluctance certain Powers have expressed to see the United Nations play a more active role. No one can deny the special responsibility of the great Powers, particularly in matters of war and peace, and the Charter contains the necessary provisions on their rights and duties. Thus, these Powers, more than any other nation, can truly protect their legitimate interest within the framework of the Organization. But at the same time, they are duty bound to act in the spirit of the Charter and to help the United Nations, despite its shortcomings, to become a more effective organization in the search for solutions to problems affecting all States.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“The facts and views which the distinguished Secretary-General, U Thant., has set forth in the Introduction to his Annual Report on the Work of the Organization [A/6301/Add.1] only confirm the gravity of the situation facing the United Nations and the need to restore confidence in its ability to meet the demands of our time. 34. Needless to say, the unfavourable state of international relations is inevitably reflected in the work of the United Nations; but that does not explain everything. We have experienced crises in the past, but the United Nations was in a better position than it is today to intervene to maintain peace. But in recent years we have noticed a growing trend to solve major political issues outside the world Organization. 35. What is the cause of this situation?”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“During the year since then, however, the activity of the United Nations has not been extended, and the Organization has at times been relegated to a secondary role in the major trends of international life. It has not been uncommon to see certain Member States exposed to great pressure and attempts at foreign interference, while the United Nations was not in a position to defend them. If we do not make renewed efforts to apply the principles of the Charter, if peace and security cease to be our major concern, the United Nations will be unable to accomplish its mission. 33.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“29. Mr. President, I wish to congratulate you personally and on behalf of the Yugoslav delegation upon your election to the Presidency of this General Assembly session. This election is an expression of the high regard in which you are held and a tribute to your country, with which Yugoslavia maintains relations of deep friendship and fruitful co-operation. 30. I should also like to welcome the admission of Guyana to the United Nations and to extend to it our best wishes for progress and prosperity. 31. We are happy to see Indonesia among us again. We have always felt that that great country had a constructive role to play in the United Nations. 32. We were very pleased at the twentieth session that the work of the General Assembly had returned to normal, although we were aware that its difficulties had not yet been fully overcome.”
1966-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 21 (1966)
“In this twentieth year of our Organization, the present session of the General Assembly offers a timely opportunity of ensuring that our common conviction regarding the need for the existence of the United Nations and for the reaffirmation and strengthening of its role, and our determination to implement the principles of the Charter, find full expression in the achievement of genuine results during the work of this session. 30. The Yugoslav delegation will support any proposal designed to overcome the present crisis in international relations and to tackle the outstanding international problems realistically and effectively. In your efforts to help us to advance in that direction you may count, Mr. President, on our complete understanding and our full support.”
1965-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 20 (1965)
“Today the interests of peoples and of States whatever their power and size of their territory, cannot be safeguarded solely within their national frontiers or by their own means. I think that this year there is greater agreement among us on this point. The fact that our work is going on normally confirms that the common interest in strengthening the United Nations has prevailed over the doubts regarding its usefulness and over the resistance to its growing role in international life. 28. With regard to the financial difficulties of the United Nations, we hope that they will be overcome by voluntary contributions from Member States. 29.”
1965-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 20 (1965)
“In this connexion, the question of the representation of China in the United Nations becomes particularly urgent. The legitimate right of the Government of the People’s Republic of China to represent that country in the world Organization should be recognized forthwith. 26. In the modern world, characterized as it is by rapid changes and the existence of different social systems, we need an organization which unites the different groups of countries rather than setting them one against another, an organization which is a genuine instrument of international peace and cooperation. 27. It is not only the small countries and the underdeveloped countries which need the United Nations.”
1965-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 20 (1965)
“When, last year, a period of inactivity was imposed on our Organization, the majority of Member States sought to overcome the difficulties which had arisen as quickly as possible. Also apparent were certain trends in the direction of weakening the United Nations still further. The usefulness of the Organization was disputed and there were oven demands that it should be replaced by another organization. We resolutely opposed such trends because we think that the defects in the structure and workings of the Organization can and must be eliminated by our common efforts within the United Nations. 25. We also feel that the presence of all States in the Organization serves both international peace and progress and the national interests of each country. We therefore urge that the United Nations should become truly universal.”
1965-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 20 (1965)
“This has been obvious at the sessions of the Trade and Development Board, which did not come up to the expectations of the developing countries. In our opinion, the General Assembly should invite the Governments of Member States to reconsider their attitude to the new trade and development policy which we established by common agreement at Geneva. 23. In this year of the twentieth anniversary of the United Nations, the international situation requires that we should examine the question of the present and future role which the United Nations is called upon to play in international life. As far as my country and Government are concerned, I wish to repeat here our firm conviction that despite some inadequacies and some failures the United Nations has fully justified its existence. 24.”
1965-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 20 (1965)