United Nations 118th GENERAL PLENARY MEETING ASSEMBLY Wednesday, II May 1983, at 3.30 p.m. THIRTY-SEVENTH SESSION United Nations Official Records • 118th NEW YORK GENERAL President: Mr. Imre HOLLAI (Hungary). 6. SincePLENARY1974, CyprusMEETINGhas experienced neither in­ ternal cohesion nor internal peace and security. None ASSEMBLY of the Wednesday,efforts designed// Mayto resolve/983, the issues has been 3.30 THIRTY-SEVENTH SESSION crowned with success.at Thisp.m.lack of progress has been AGENDA ITEM 37 aH the more disturbing since we fervently believed in Official Records ~97~, as.did m~ny NEWothers YORKassembled in this body, that Question of Cyprus: report of the Secretary-General an mtenm penod should be accorded to the inter­ President: Mr. Imre HOLLAI (Hungary).(continued) 6. Since 1974, Cypruslocutorshas experiencedin which to negotiateneither in­the peaceful resolution ternal cohesion nor internalof the peaceCyprusandquestion.security.DuringNone that interim period, I. Mr. M'TESA (Zambia): Mr. President,of the effortsmy dele­designedconsiderationto resolve theofissuesthe questionhas beenof Cyprus was deferred gation is gratified to see you continuingcrownedtowithpresidesuccess.atThisthe lackthirty-fifthof progressandhasthirty-sixthbeen sessions of the AGENDAover thisITEMresumed37 session of the Generalall the moreAssemblydisturbingGeneralsince weAssembly.ferventlyBut,believedunfortunately,in the optimism with renewed dedication and commitment~97~, toasthe.didsearchm~ny other.sassociatedassembledwithinthethisbeliefbody,inthata successful negotiation Question of Cyprus: forreportsolutionsof the Secretary-Generalto the issues before us.anWeIDtenmextendpenodour shouldduringbethataccordedinterimto periodthe inter­did not generate any (continued)heartiest congratulations to you onlocutorsyour illustriousin which to negotiateprogress.theThispeacefullack ofresolutionprogress has created the need leadership and renew our pledge toofco-operatethe Cypruswithquestion.to seekDuringoncethatagaininterimthe period,avenue of the General As­ 1. Mr. M'TESA (Zambia):you as youMr. President,so expeditiouslymy dele­dischargeconsiderationyour onerousof the questionsembly inofwhichCyprustowasdebatedeferredthe issue. gation is gratified toresponsibilities.see you continuing to preside at the thirty-fifth and7: thirty-sixthThe fact thatsessionsthe questionof the of Cyprus is being General Assembly. But,discussedunfortunately,at this sessionthe optimismis indicative of the trust that over this resumed session2. Myofdelegationthe GeneralfurtherAssemblywishes to congratulate the with renewed dedication and commitment to the search associated with the beliefthe peoplein a successfulofCyprus negotiationhave in what the United Nations Secr:etary-General, whose call of dutyduringhas takenthat interimhim period did not generate any for solutions to the issuesto manybeforecornersus. Weof theextendglobeourduring the first quarter can do in terms 9f bringing an end to the crisis in heartiest congratulations to you on your illustrious progress. This lack ofthatprogre~scountry.hasIncreatedthis regard,the needwe commend the peace­ of this year in his relentless pursuittoofseekinternationalonce again thekeepingavenueroleofthatthehasGeneralbeen performedAs­ by UNFICYP leadership and renewpeaceour pledgeand security.to co-operateWe commendwith his sterling leader­ you as you so expeditiously discharge your onerous sembly in which to debatein Cyprus.the issue.We are also encouraged by the revelation ship and determination to carry out his mandate to the that discussions have already taken place between the responsibilities. fullest extent. 7: The fact that the question of Cyprus is being dIscussed at this sessionSecretary-Generalis indicative ofandthe Presidenttrust that Kyprianou ofCyprus 2. My delegation further3. Thewishesquestionto congratulateof Cyprus hasthe persistentlythe peoplebeenofCypruson haveregardingin whatthethepersonalUnitedinvolvementNations of the Secretary­ Secr:etary-General, whosethe worldcall ofagendaduty hasevertakensincehimthe unfortunatecan do in eventsterms bringingGeneral anin theendsettlementto the crisisof thisin problem. We hope to many corners of the globe during the first quarter 9J of 1974. However, this persistence thatof thecountry.issue doesIn this regard,that all partieswe commendconcernedthe willpeace­find ~t prudent to accept of this year in his relentlessnot in anypursuitway ofreflectinternationalany lack ofkeepingsolutionsroletothatthe hasthebeenSecretary-General'sperformed by UNFICYPgood offices in the matter. peace and security. Weproblem.commendOn histhesterlingcontrary,leader­the Movementin Cyprus.ofWeNon­are alsoWeencouragedalso hope thatby the~uchrevelationinvolvement will be crowned ship and determination to carry out his mandate to the Aligned Countries and the United Nationsthat discussionshave definedhave withalreadysuccesstaken placein termsbetweenof re-creatingthe and sustaining fullest extent. and constantly reiterated the variousSecretary-Generalways and means andmomentumPresident Kyprianoufor the negotiationofCyprusprocess. 3. The question of Cyprusof resolvinghas persistentlyth~ Cyprus beenissue.on regarding the personal8.involvementOne importantof themediumSecretary­in the search for an equit­ General in the settlement of this problem. We hope the world agenda ever4. sinceEssentially,the unfortunateCyprus iseventsunder foreign occupation, able, just and durable solutiot: to the Cyprus debacle of 1974. However, this persistence of the issue does that all parties concernedis nonewill findother~t prudentthan theto intercommunalaccept talks. In tbis and all the problems that it facesthetodaySecretary-General'semanate good offices in the matter. not in any way reflectfromanythatlackforeignof solutionsoccupation.to theIn order to arrest the r~gard, Zambia has been encouraged by the resump­ problem. On the contrary, the Movement of Non­ We also hope that ~uchtioninvolvementof those talkswill beundercrownedthe auspices of the Sec­ problems, Cyprus must be assisted inwithrestoringsuccessits fullin terms of re-creating and sustaining Aligned Countries andsovereignty,the United Nationsindependence,have definedterritorial integrity, unity retary-General. We still have great confidence that and constantly reiterated the various ways and means momentum for the negotiationmuch canprocess.be achieved through those intercommunal th~ and non-alignment, which are currently being seriously of resolving Cypruscompromisedissue. by foreign occupation.8.ThereOneshouldimportantbe mediumtalks ~i~cein thetheysearchareforoneanofequit­the areas through which able, just and durablenegotiatIOnssolutio.: to thecouldCyprusbe effected.debacleThe alternative tn the 4. Essentially, Cypruscompleteis underdemilitarizationforeign occupation,of the island through an un­ talks~ ind~ed and all the problemsconditionalthat it faceswithdrawaltoday ofemanatethe foreignis troopsnone otherof occu­than the intercommunalif it maytalks.beIntermedtbis such, is continuing r~gard, from that foreign occupation.pation. ThereIn ordershouldto bearrestvoluntarythe return ofZambiathe i efu­has beenconflict,encouragedwhich hasbyledthetoresump­the polarization of positions problems, Cyprus mustgeesbetoassistedtheir homesin restoringin safety.its full tion of those talks underand thetheresultantauspicesstalemate.of the Sec­ sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, unity retary-General. We still9. Wehavethereforegreat confidenceappeal to thatthe two Cypriotcommu­ and non-alignment, which5. Furthermore.,are currently beingthe fateseriouslyof the 2,000muchorcanso missingbe achievednitiesthroughto reconcilethose intercommunaltheir differences with a view to· ·persons following the events of 1974talksis as~i~cesensitivethey aare oneliYingofastheoneareasheterogeneousthrough whichnation ofCypriots again. compromised by foreignmatteroccupation.as it isThereemotive.shouldIt behas created unceasing complete demilitarization of the island through an un­ negotiatIOns could beTheyeffected.cannotTheaffordalternativeto tamperto thewith their fate, which conditional withdrawalanguishof the foreignin manytroopsCypriotof occu­families,talks~an anguishif ind~edthatit mayhasbedecreedtermed such,two Cypriotis continuingcommunities. It is for this pation. There should willbe voluntarynot diminishreturnuntilof thethe .efu­problemconflIct,is resolved.whIchThehas ledreasonto thethatpolarizationwe supportof positionsthose constitutional proposals gees to their homes inissuesafety.of tracing and accounting for theandfatetheofresultantmissingstalemate.concerning the restoration of Cyprus as a unified persons, therefore, needs to be addressed with harmonious and non-aligned State. ' minimum delay. Its speedy solution9.wouldWe constitutetherefore appeal to the two Cypriot commu­ 5. Furthermore., the fate of the 2,000 or so missing nities to reconcile their differences with a view to­ -persons following theaeventsmeasureof 1974of far-reachingis as sensitiveimporta in terms of con­ 10. Finally, I wish to reiterate Za~bia's full soli­ IiYing as one heterogeneous nation of Cypriots again. matter as it is emotive.fidence-buildingIt has createdand cannot,unceasingtherefore, be over-em­ darity and support for the peop!e and Government phasized. They cannot afford tooftamperthe Republicwith theirof Cyprusfate, .whichin their noble struggle to anguish in many Cypriot families, an anguish that has decreed two Cypriot communities. It is for this will not diminish until the problem is resolved. The reason that we support those constitutional proposals issue of tracing and accounting for the fate of missing concerning the restoration1987 of Cyprus as a unified A/37/PV.118 persons, therefore, needs to be addressed with harmonious and non-aligned State. ' minimum delay. Its speedy solution would constitute a measure of far-reaching import in terms of con­ 10. Finally, I wish to reiterate Za~bia's full soli­ fidence-building and cannot, therefore, be over-em­ darity and support for the people and Government phasized. of the Republic of Cyprus in their noble struggle to

1987 A/37/PV.118 .",8 General Assembly-Thirty-seventh SessIon-Plenary Meetings rid themselves offoreign occupation, and also to reaf­ sions ofunresolved conflict. The same concern should firm Zambia's respect for their ~ountry's indepen­ be felt by all those whose unyielding belief in the dence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity ane non­ Charter is such· that, whenever it is challenged and aligned status. ~iolated, they rightly contend that a serious wound 11. Mr. GAUCI (Malta): It is a pleasure, Sir, to has been inflicted upon the global body politic and, see you once more presiding over our deliberations consequently, are determined to seek a remedy. .",8 onGenerala questionAssembly-of importanceThirty-seventhtoSessIon-Plenarypeace and security.Meetings 19. It is imperative, therefore, that on this occa­ rid themselves offoreign occupation,12. Almostand also"a decadeto reaf­ has sionsnowofelapsedunresolvedsinceconflict.the Thesion,sameafterconcernthe largelyshouldunproductive outcome of three firm Zambia's respect for theirpolitical~ountry'sindependenceindepen­of Cyprusbe felt andby allthethosepotentialwhose unyieldingyears of timebeliefandin theeffort, this debate should not dence, sovereignty, territorialunityintegrity,of allunityits anepeoplenon­Wf.;reCharterdealt a isdeadlysuch that,blow wheneverby merelyit isfollowchallengedthe roadand of previous ones. There are aligned status. the events of 1974. Today,violated,the bleedingthey scarsrightlyfromcontendseriousthat aproblemsserious towoundbe honestly faced and objectively analysed. If political debate gives the appearance that 11. Mr. GAUCI (Malta): Ittheiswounda pleasure,are farSir,fromtohealed.basSadlybeen butinflictedundeniably,upon the global body politic and, 30,000 foreign troops still paradeconsequently,over 37 perare centdeterminedof thereto seekis alla remedy.the time in the world to solve problems, see you once more presiding over our deliberations the human aspects of those problems are crying out on a question of importance toCypriotpeace soil,and security.a cruelly visible19.reminderIt is imperative,of the use oftherefore, that on this occa­ foreign force, a prop for the division of the island for redress right now. 12. Almost'a decade has now elapsed since the sion, after the largely unproductive outcome of three and a drain on its resources.years of time and effort, this20. debateIt shouldshouldbe evidentnot to all that nine years is political independence of Cyprus and the potential too long a time for the dispossessed and the uprooted unity of all its people Wf.;re 13.dealtInsteada deadlyofblowseriousby effortsmerelytofollowrestorethe roadunity;of previous ones. There are the events of 1974. Today, attemptsthe bleedingcontinuescarstofrombe madeseriousto ~rpetuateproblemsdivision.to be honestlyto facedwait inandanyobjectivelypart of the world, not least" in the the wound are far from healed.Thus,Sadlythebutbeautifulundeniably,island ofanalysed.CyprusIfispoliticaldenieddebatethe givesformerlythe appearanceundivided landthat of Cyprus. The wounds that 30,000 foreign troops still paradepeaceoverand37progressper centinofunitytherethatis allall itsthe peopletime insothe worldstill festerto solvecannotproblems,be healed simply by inaction; time Cypriot soil, a cruelly visiblerichlyreminderdeserve.of theInuseaddition,of thethehumantensionaspectswithinofthethose problemsin itself willare notcryingperformout a miracle. We must work island casts a long shadow foron relationsredress rightbetweennow. the collectively if we are to produce a remedy. In par­ foreign force, a prop for the division of the island ticular, we have to build further on the foundations of and a drain on its resources. countries closest to Cyprus and20. inIttheshouldMediterraneanbe evident to all that nine years is region, of which all those countries form a part. hope laid by the imaginative offer made by the Presi­ 13. Instead of serious efforts to restore unity; too long a time for the dispossesseddent ofandCyprusthe uprootedat the tenth special session of the attempts continue to be made14.to ~rpetuateThe delegationdivision.of Maltato haswaitexpressedin any partitselfofinthe Generalworld, notAssemblyleast' in[2ndthe meeting, para. /45) for the Thus, the beautiful island ofdetailCypruson theis questiondenied theof Cyprusformerlyin theundividedpast. Ourlandcon­of Cyprus.demilitarizationThe woundsof histhatisland Republic and on the peace and progress in unitysideredthat allpointitsofpeopleview issothereforestill festeron record,cannotandbewehealeddo simplyhigh-levelby inaction;agreementstimereached on 12 February 1977 1 richly deserve. In addition,notthewishtensionon thiswithinoccasionthe toin repeatitself willdetailsnotweperformhave a miracle.and 19 MayWe 1979.must2 work island casts a long shadow onalreadyrelationsstatedbetweenbut onlytheto highlightcollectivelywhat weif webelieveare toto produce a remedy. In par­ countries closest to Cyprus andbe ina thefew Mediterraneanof the more important"ticular, weelementshave toofbuildthefurther21. onAllthepolkticalfoundationsproblemsof are complex, and the Cy­ region, of which all those countriesquestionformwhicha part.need to behoperecalledlaid byandtheonimaginativewhich offerprus problemmade by theis certainlyPresi­ no exception. That com­ remedial action deserves priority.dent of Cyprus at the tenthplexityspecialis,sessionhowever,ofourthechallenge: it should not daunt 14. The delegation of Malta has expressed itself in General Assembly [2nd meeting,us. Apara.solution,/45] thoughfor the difficult, is not beyond our detail on the question ofCyprus15. inFromthe past.the perspectiveOur con­ of a small sister island in the M~diterranean which sharesdemilitarizationCyprus's aspirationsof his islandmeans.RepublicTheandprincipleson thefor a solution have already sidered point ofview is therefore on record, and we do high-level agreements reachedbeenon defined12 Februaryin the1977unanimously1 adopted resolutions' not wish on this occasion totorepeatpeacedetailsand friendship,we have we must state once2 more publicly our acute concern andat the19 Maypresent1979.situation, of the Security Council, which themselves were the already stated but only to highlight what we believe to outcome of protracted negotiations, with the partici­ be a few of the more important.after threeelementsyearsofofthesilence-years21. All poHticalduring problemswhich, are complex, and the Cy­ theoretically, solid progress should have been p~.tion of all the parties concerned. Their validity has question which need to be recalled and on which prus problem is certainly nostoodexception.the testThatof time.com­They have been reaffirmed on remedial action deserves priority.achieved, progress of which,plexityunfortunately,is, however,weourseechallenge: it should not daunt barely a trace. many occasions, not only at the United Nations but 15. From the perspective of a small sister island in us. A solution, though difficult,also inis thenotConferencebeyond ouron Security and Co-operation the M~diterranean which shares16. Cyprus'sDespite aspirationsyears of alarminglymeans.diminishingThe principlesexpec­for ainsolutionEurope, havein thealreadyCommonwealth and within the to peace and friendship, wetationsmust atstatethe mIceUnitedmoreNations,beenMaltadefinedremainsin thestaunchunanimouslyranksadoptedof the resolutions'Movement of Non-Aligned Countries­ publicly our acute concern atin thethe beliefpresentthatsituation,strict adherenceof thetoSecuritythe principlesCouncH,ofwhichmostthemselvesrecently atwerethe Sevenththe Conference of Heads of after three years of silence-yearsthe Charterduringofthe which,United Nationsoutcomeis iheofonlyprotractedmedicinenegotiations,State orwithGovernmentthe partici­of Non-Aligned Countries, held theoreticaJly, solid progressfor theshouldmanyhavemaladiesbeenafflictingp~,tiontheofworld,all the notpartiesleastconcerned.at NewTheirDelhivalidityfrom 7hasto 12 March 1983. achieved, progress of which,amongunfortunately,them theweproblemsee ofstoodCyprus,the testvictimof time.of anThey have been reaffirmed on barely a trace. armed invasion which no truemanybelieveroccasions,in the Charternot only at22.the UnitedThe enduringNationsrootsbut of the Cyprus problem lie in can condone, whatever thealsocircumstancesin the Conferencethat mayon Securityits pastandhistory.Co-operationWhile that history will continue to be 16. Despite years of alarminglyhave beendiminishingadvancedexpec­as a pretextin Europe,at the time.in the Commonwealth. a point ofandrefer~ncewithin thefor future action, it would be tations at (he United Nations, Malta remains staunch ranks of the Movement of Non-Alignedwrong for theCountries­protagonists to assume today that the in the belief that strict adherence17. Ittoremainsthe principlesourcollectiveof mostrespc;;sibilityrecently atto therespondSeventhunhappyConferenceexperienceof Headsofof~he past cannot be co,rrected the Charter ofthe United Nationsadequatelyis ihe onlyto themedicineneed for Stateprogress,or Governmentwith enduringof Non-Alignedand that theCountries,future cannotheld but mirror the lost opportuni- for the many maladies afflictingfaith thein world,the Unitednot leastNations,at Newso thatDelhithefrompresent7 to 12 Marchties of1983.the past. . among them the problem ofstalemateCyprus,mayvictimbe overcome.of an It is, therefore, a positive armed invasion which no trueelement.believerofinfundame~talthe Charterimportance22. Thethatenduringthe Govern­roots of the23.CyprusEvenproblemthe ·pastliepronouncementsin of leaders, in­ its past history. While that historycludingwillthosecontinueofthetowisestbe among them, were made in can condone, whatever the mentcircumstancesof Cyprusthatcontinuesmay to seek a peacefulrefer~ncesolu­ have been advanced as a pretexttion atthroughthe time.the Organization,a pointas theof Minister forfor futuregivenaction,circumstanceg,it wouldand,atbe a given time. They should Foreign Affairs reminded uswrongagainforonlythe protagonistsyesterday tothereforeassume todaybe interpretedthat the not as timeless tenets of a 17. It remains ourcollective[Irespc;;sibilityJ6th meeting).to respond unhappy experience of the pastpoliticalcannotdoctrinebe co,rrectedbut rather as reflections of the times adequately to the need for progress, with enduring and that the future cannot but mirrorand thethemoodslost opportuni­when they were uttered. Even less faith in the United Nations,18. soThethateventsthe presentof 1974 maytieshaveof therecededpast. into the should they be quoted, frequently out of context, stalemate may be overcome. Itbackgroundis, therefore,in thea positivemind ofmany ofus here, overtaken when recalled in efforts apparently designed to perpe­ element.of fundamel.1tal importanceperhapsthatby ourthe concentrationGovern­ 23.on Evenmore recentthe 'pastevents,pronouncementstuate fearofandleaders,preventin­ progress. On the contrary, ment of Cyprus continues tobutseekthisa ispeacefulcertainlysolu­not thecludingcasethosefor ofthethepeoplewisest amongthe timethem,h~swerecomemadeto incut the chains that in the past tion through the Organization,directlyas theinvolved;Ministernorforis it given·the casecircumstancef.\for those and,whoat a havegiven hamperedtime. Theyfreedomshould and to look forward with Foreign Affairs reminded uscomeagainfromonlythe yesterdayarea and feel thereforethe unwelcomebe interpretedrepercus- not hope,as timelessfortifiedtenetsby deeperof a wisdom acquired from the political doctrine but rather as reflections of the times [I16th meeting]. and the moods when they were uttered. Even less 18. The events of 1974 may have receded into the should they be quoted, frequently out of context, background in the mind ofmany ofus here, overtaken when recalled in efforts apparently designed to perpe­ perhaps by our concentration on more recent events, tuate fear and prevent progress. On the contrary, but this is certainly not the case for the people the time h~s come to cut the chains that in the past directly involved; nor is it .the case for those who have hampered freedom and to look forward with come from the area and feel the unwelcome reperClJS- hope, fortified by deeper wisdom acquired from the 118th meeting-U May 1983 1989 hould same experiences, mastering them rather than any way it can to advance progress, if called upon to n the becoming their helpless victims. do so. We derive additional comfort from the knowl­ :l and 24. In our view, there are fOUf main factors involved edge that much preparatory groundwork has already found in the Cyprus question, each of which must be fully been covered on the important constitutional aspects : and, respected. if a solution is to be found. The first of the Cyprus question by the two eminently qualified three are that the sovereignty,118thterritorialmeeting-llintegrityMay 1983and interlocutors and that the atmosphere1989 of the talks occa­ unity of Cyprus must be fully and truly restored. has remained co-operative and constructive. three same experiences,At themasteringsame time-andthem ratherthis is thanthe fourthany essentialway it can to30.advanceThereprogress,are compellingjf calledreasonsupon towhich necessitate :l not becoming their helplesselement-fullYvictims. fledged guarantees, internationaldo so. We deriveif earlyadditionalsolutions.comfortWe arefromstarklythe knowl­reminded that Cyprus re are 24. In our view,necessary,there are fourmustmainbe givenfactorsto ensureinvolvedequaledgerightsthatto themuch preparatoryis artificiallygroundworkdivided byhasa linealreadyof barbed wire and ~ively in the Cyprus question,full extenteachofofthewhichlaw formustall beits fullycitizens,beenirrespectivecovered onminefieldsthe importantrunningconstitutionalright throughaspectsthe island. That is the e that respected if a solutionoforigin.isIntosuchbea found.comprehensiveThe firstapproach,of thetheCyprusold, questionmost dismalby thesigntwoofeminentlythe maladyqualifiedinflicted on the island. ,Iems, three are that thetiredsovereignty,slogans andterritorialfears integrityof the pastandwill interlocutorsrecede from andDivisionthat thehasatmospherecaused seriousof thehardshipstalks and, adverse 19 out unity of Cyprusmemorymust beandfullyno andlongertrulyobscurerestored.the horizonhas remainedof prac­ co-operativeeconomic andrepercussionsconstructive.to all, but primarily to those At the same time-andtical politics.this Respectis the fourthfor theseessentialfour factors30. combinedThere are compellingwho had toreasonsleave theirwhichhomesnecessitateand their life's achieve­ ars is element-fullY fledgedwould giveguarantees,an added internationaldimension to ifthe non-alignmentearly solutions. Wements-careers,are starkly remindedbelongings,thatrelativesCyprus and friends-in necessary, must be given to ensure equal rights to the is artificially dividedorder byto fleea lineto aofsaferbarbedplace.wire and . 'ooted of Cyprus. full extent of the25.law Afordeadlockall its citizens,ofsome years'irrespectiveduration exists,minefieldswhichrunning31.rightThethroughproblemtheofisland.the refugeesThat is theis the most human in the oforigin. In such a comprehensive approach, the old, Is that the General Assembly should work assiduouslymost dismalto re­signproblemof the maladyof all inflictedand particularlyon the island.tragic if one is a refu­ tired slogans andsolvefearsbyofhonestthe pastpersuasionwill recedeso asfromto allayDivisionthe fearshasof causedgee inseriousone's ownhardshipscountry.and.Itadverseis most unfortunate that ; time memory and no longer obscure the horizon of prac­ economic repercussions to all, but primarily to those work all the protagonists, as we have indicated. Many procedural difficulties still persist in obstructing tical politics. Respect for these four factors combined who had to leaveprogress.their homes and their life's achieve­ 11 par­ would give an addedinfluentialdimensioncountriesto theclosenon-alignmentto the protagonists can make effective contributions, through ments--careers,the United belongings, relatives and friends-in ons of of Cyprus. order to flee to a32.saferWeplace.therefore appeal. once more, respectfully but Presi­ Nations, to the achievement of the desired results. firmly, to all concerned that this humanitarian aspect Jf the 25. A deadlock Influentialofsome years'personsdurationwith exists,direci experiencewhich 31.of theThevicis­problem of the refugees is the most human problem of all andbe particularlygiven generoustragicpriorityif one andis a refu­swift positive action. or the the General Assemblysitudesshouldof theworkisland'sassiduouslypast historyto re­ can also render An element of progress will go far towards reducing ~n valuab!~ gee in one's own country. It is most unfortunate that the solve by honest persuasionassistance.so as to allay the fears of the bitterness and suspicion felt by so many for so 1977 1 all the protagonists, as we have indicated. Many procedural difficulties still persist in obstructing 26. \'le have to face the fact that the Cyprusprogress.prob­ long and will pave the way for the removal of at least influential countrieslem canclosenowto nothelongerprotagonistsbe broughtcan to our attention one serious obstacl~:t to progress in the national well­ make effective contributions, through the United le Cy­ merely through occasional exchanges of32.the negativeWe thereforebeingappealof theonceentiremore,peoplerespectfullyof Cyprus.but Nations, to the notesachievementperiodicallyof thecirculateddesired byresults.the two communities,firmly, to all concerned that this humanitarian aspect com- Influential persons with direct experience of the vicis­ 33. On this basis, my delegation will support draft daunt mostly originating at the request of an illegalbe givenand generousun­ priority and swift positive action. situdes of the island'srecognizedpastentity,historywhilecaninalsothe rendermeantime theAn effectselementofof progressresolutionwillA/37/L.63go far towardsand trustsreducingthat it will receive Id our valuab!~ assistance. virtually unanimous support. lready armzd invasion become more deeply entrenched.the bitterness1n and suspicion felt by so many for so utions' 26. \'le have tothefacepromotionthe fact thatof internationalthe Cypruspeaceprob­ andlongsecurity,and willthe pave34.theMr.way KHALILfor the removal(Egypt):of atMr.leastPresident, your :re the lem can now nocountrieslonger beofbroughtthe Mediterranean,to our attentionan area alreadyone seriousundulyobstacl~_.eminentto progressqualitiesinandthevision.nationalpromptwell­-my delegation to lartici­ merely through occasionalburdened withexchangesproblemsof theofannegativeinternationalbeingcharacter,of the entirerenewpeopletheofexpressionCyprus. of its full confidence in your notes periodicallyhavecirculateda particularby thestaketwo communities,and an interest in encouraging ity has 33. On this basis,abilitymy todelegationguide thewilldeliberationssupport draftof this resumed led on mostly originatingeffectiveat the requestprogressoftowardsan illegala andpeacefulun­ solution of the session ofthe General Assembly with the same distinc­ recognized entity,Cypruswhile inproblemthe meantimein the shortestthe effectspossibleof resolutiontime. We allA/37/L.63 and trusts that it will receive ns but virtually unanimoustionsupport.that has characterized your presidency over ~ration armzd invasion becomestand tomorebenefit,deeplynoneentrencheo.more so than1n the entire popu­ the work of the first part of the session. in the the promotion oflationinternationalof Cypn!'lpeaceandandits immediatesecurity, theneighbours.34. Mr. KHALIL (Egypt): Mr. President, your tries­ countries ofthe Mediterranean, an area already unduly eminent qualities35.and Thevision.resumedpromptsession·my delegationmeets totopursue its deliber­ 27. It is therefore all the more gratifying for my dele­ ations on the question of Cyprus, a question that has :ads of burdened with problemsgation toofanlearninternationalthat, aftercharacter,consultations,renewthetheSec­expression of its full confidence in your s, held have a particular stake and an interest in encouraging ability to guiderightlythe deliberationsheld the attentionof this ofresumedthe international com­ retary-General informed the President of the Republic munity for many years but unfortunately has not as effective progressoftowardsCyprus thata peacefulhe intendedsolutionto giveof thefresh impetussessiontoofthethe General Assembly with the same distinc­ Cyprus problem in the shortest possible time. We all tion that has characterizedyet seen a solutionyour thatpresidencycould ensureover for its people a 1 lie in negotiating process and to strengthen his personal in­ peaceful political settlement, bringing to an end an un­ stand to benefit,volvementnone morewithinso thanthetheframeworkentire popu­of his thegoodworkofficesof the first part of the session. e to be lation of Cypn!'l and its immediate neighbours. satisfactory status quo. uld be mi§sion. My delegation endorses this suggestion35. The andresumed session meets to pursue its deliber­ lat the 27. It is thereforewishesall thetomoreencouragegratifyingtheforSecretary-Generalmy dele­ ations onin thehis question36. I ofs~ouldCyprus,likeatoquestionstress atthatthebasoutset the particu­ -rected gation to learn inspiringthat, afterdedicationconsultations,to the searchthe Sec­for a rightlypeacefulheldandthe larattentionimportanceof thetheinternationalGovernment com­of Egypt continues to ortuni- retary-General informedlasting settlement.the President ofthe Republic munity for manyattachyearstobuttheunfortunatelyachievementhasofanotjustasand lasting politi­ ofCyprus that he intended to give fresh impetus to the yet seen a solutioncal tbatsettlementcould ensureof theforquestionits peopleof Cyprus.a We have negotiating process28. andWetoinvitestrengthenthe Assemblyhis personalon thisin­ occasion to take consistently felt that the basis for such a durable, unanimous action to endorse t~e Secretary-General'speaceful political settlement, bringing to an end an un­ :rs, in­ volvement within the framework of his good offices satisfactory statussettlementquo. is to be found in full respect for the inde­ ilade in mi§sion. My delegationinitiative.endorsesIt is highthistimesuggestionwe availandourselves of the tide pendence of Cyprus, its sovereignty, its territorial should wishes to encourageof potentialthe Secretary-Generalprogress at its highest.in his Because36. I s~ouldof his likeintegrityto stressandat inviolability,the outset theltsparticu­unity and its non-alig- ts of a inspiring dedicationpreviousto theexperiencesearch for anda peacefulin the andlight oflarhisimportancepresent the'nedGovernmentstatus. ThisofisEgyptin keepingcontinueswithtothe principles of e times lasting settlement.role, the Secretary-General knows the issuesattachattofirstthe achievementthe Charterofofa justthe Unitedand lastingNationspoliti­amI in accordance en less hand and is eminently qualified for a mediatingcal settlementrole. of the question of Cyprus. We have 28. We invite the Assembly on this occasion to take with the relevant resolutions ofthe General Assembly ontext, 29. Wa believet~e that a wise course hasconsistentlynow beenfelt andthat'thethe Securitybasis forCouncil,such a which,durable.through dHigent perpe­ unanimous action to endorse Secretary-General's settlement is to be found in full respect for the inde­ initiative. It is highembarkedtime weon.availAnourselvesimportantofpointthe tidegf departure is that efforts, have found expression in the agreements that Intrary, hav~ pendence of Cyprus, itsasapra~ticalsovereignty, its territorial of potential progressall partiesat its highest.concernedBecauseshouldof his confidence in served basis for intercommunal negoti­ ~e past appro::-~ch; .integrity and inviolability,atio~s. lts unity and its non-alig- previous experiencethe personand in andthe inlightthisof his presentthe Sf;cretary-Gen­ The collective wisdom of the international d with ~ral needs our collective bacidng and support.ned status.MaltaThiscOITlinunity,is in keepingwe.withbelieve,the principlesstill counselsof that the best om the role, the Secretary-General knows the issues at first the Charter of the United Nations ami in accordance hand and is eminentlystandsqualifiedfirmly behindfor a mediatingthis effortrole.and will contribute in possible course is to encourage and urge the two with .the relevant resolutions ofthe General Assembly 29. Wa believe that a wise course has now been and the Security Council, which, through dmgent embarked on. An important point gf departure is that efforts, have found expression in the agreements that all parties concerned should hav~ confidence in served as a pra~tical basis for intercommunal negoti­ the person and in this appro::-~ch; the Se;cretary-Gen­ atio~s. The collective wisdom of the international ~ral needs our collective baciCing and support. Malta cOITlinunity, we. believe, still counsels that the best stands firmly behind this effort and will contribute in possible course is to encourage and urge the two 1990 General Assembly-Tbirty-seventb Session-Plenary Meetings Cypriotcommunities to pursue theirtalks in a sustained Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Hugo and meaningful manner in order to achieve tangible J. Gobbi. results and attain agreed objectives that had been char.ted in United Nations resolutions. 42. After a lapse of almost three years, the General Assembly is once again considering the question of 37. Toe concern which Egypt continues to have Cyprus in its entirety, an issue, as we have already 1990 regardingGeneral Assembly-Tbirty-seventbthe ques'.:)n of CyprusSession-Plenarystems Meetingsfrom many affirmed, in which many fundamental principles of factors. Among them we would cite: first, Egypt's int~rnationallifeare at stake. The United Nations has, Cypriotcommunities to pursue theirobvioustalksinterest,in a sustainedas a non-alignedRepresentativeand aofMediter­the Secretary-General,ofcourse, theMr.obligationHugo to maintain peace and security and meaningful manner in orderraneanto achievecountry,tangiblethat peace,J.securityGobbi.and stability reign in the region. Essentially, however, what we must results and attain agreed objectivesin that thatregion;hadsecondly,been Egypt's conviction of the endeavour to guarantee is the very survival of a charled in United Nations resolutions. 42. After a lapse of almost three years, the General necessity ofachieving peace,Assemblyreal peace,is foronceall againpeoplesconsideringState, itstheterritorialquestion integrityof and respect for the self­ 37. The concern which Egyptandcontinuesits consistentto haveupholdingCyprusof the inCharterits entirety,principles,an issue,determinationas we haveofalreadyall its citizens. regarding the ques'.:)n of Cyprusincludingstemsthosefromwhichmanycall affirmed,for the peacefulin whichsettlementmany fundamental principles of ofdisputes; and thirdly, Egypt's concern for the unity, 43. One ofthe mGi;,( regrettable aspects of the events factors. Among them we would cite: first, Egypt's int~rnationallifeare at stake. ThethatUnitedbeganNationsalmost ahas,decade ago has been the progres­ obvious interest, as a non-alignedhumanandrightsa Mediter­and welfareofcourse,of all Cypriots,the obligationGreekto maintain peace and security Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots alike, and their right sive isolation ofeach ofthe communities on the island. ranean country, that peace, security and stability reign in the region. Essentially, however,In fact, whattherewehasmustbeen a process of steady isolation in that region; secondly, Egypt'sto pursueconvictiontheiroflivesthe andendeavourprogress toin guaranteepeace andis the very survival of a prosperity. of both the Greek Cypriot community and the Turkish necessity ofachieving peace, real peace, for all peoples State, its territorial integrity andCypriotrespectcommunity.for the self­"'hat is serious is the fact that, as and its consistent upholding of38.the CharterWe thereforeprinciples,unhesitatinglydeterminationjoin ofotherall itsdele­citizens.the communities gradually lose contact with each including those which call for thegationspeacefulin expressingsettlement deep concern that, although other, the sense of nationality wanes. ofdisputes; and thirdly, Egypt's concern for the unity, 43. One ofthe mGi;,( regrettable aspects of the events principles and frameworksthatforbeganthealmostsettlementa decadeof ago44.has beenAnotherthe deplorableprogres­ consequence of the prolon­ human rights and welfare oftheallquestionCypriots,ofCyprusGreek had been agreed upon between Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots alike, and their right sive isolation ofeach ofthe communitiesgation oftheon theconflictisland.is the number ofmissing persons. the highest representativesInoffact,the theretwo communities,has been a processWe ofwishsteadyto isolationreiterate our concern and we urge to pursue their lives and progressthe progressin peacemadeandso far does not meet the hopes prosperity. of both the Greek Cypriot communitythe Workingand the GroupTurkishon Enforced and Involuntary which the resumption of talksCypriotbetweencommunity.the two\\'hatcom­is seriousDisappearancesis the fact that,of theas Commission on Human Rights 38. We therefore unhesitatinglymunitiesjoinhadotherraised:dele­We arethenowcommunitiesencouragedgraduallyby the loseto redoublecontact withits effortseach in order to overcome the gations in expressing deep concernintentionthat,of thealthoughSecretary-General,other, the senseas statedof nationalityin his wanes.procedural obstacles that have created a deadlock in principles and frameworks forlatestthereportsettlement[A/37/805of and Corr./], to strengthen his the humanitarian work of the Committee on Missing personal involvement within44.theAnotherframeworkdeplorableofhis mis­consequence of the prolon­ the question ofCyprus had been agreed upon between gation ofthe conflict is the numberPersonsofmissingin Cyprus.persons. the highest representatives ofsionthe twoof goodcommunities,offices and, in particular, to make every effort to give fresh impetusWeto thewishnegotiatingto reiterateprocessour concem45. Theandrolewewhichurgeat the beginning was assigl1ed to the progress made so far does not meet the hopes the Working Group on Enforced and Involuntary which the resumption of talks andbetweento seekthe twoto encouragecom­ the parties to develop an UNFICYP has been changed. Its original task was to overall synthesb coveringDisappearancesthe remaining unresolvedof the CommissionserveonasHumana stimulusRightsso that the parties would arrive munities had raised: We are now encouraged by the to redouble its efforts in order to overcome the intention of the Secretary-General,issues.as stated in his at a solution of the problem, by preventing clashes . procedural obstacles that havebetweencreated athedeadlocktwo communitiesin and, at the same time, latest report [A/37/805 and Corr.!],39. Egypt"to strengthenwill continuehis theto seekhumanitarianpromotionworkofofallthe Committee on Missing personal involvement within the framework ofhis mis­ facilitating contacts between them. Today, the Force steps and efforts that pavePersonsthe wayinforCyprus.a meaningful has as its main task that of supervising the cease­ sion ofgood offices and, in particular,dialoguetoandmakenegotiationevery between the Greek Cypriots effort to give fresh impetus to the negotiating process 45. The role which at the beginningfire lineswasbetweenassigqedthetoCyprus National Guard, on the and the Turkish Cypriots aimed at the achievement one hand. and the Turkish and Turkish Cypriot forces, and to seek to encourage theofpartiesa just and,to develophence,andurableUNFICYPsettlement.hasSuchbeena changed.settle­ Its original task was to overall synthesb covering the remaining unresolved serve as a stimulus so that theonpartiesthe other;wouldbutarrivethe Force, whose work has always ment can be achieved only through peaceful means and pr~')viding issues. at a solution of the problem, beenby preventingexemplary,clashesis also. security for the through the implementation of the relevant United civilians in the demilitarized zone established between Nations resolutions, whichbetweenset the thecoursetwo forcommunitiesagree­ and, at the same time, 39. Egypt" will continue to seek promotion of all facilitating contacts between them.the twoToday,lines,the asForcewell as discharging a series of ment between the two communities. We do not steps and efforts that pave the way for a meaningful has as its main task that of supervisinghumanitarianthefunctions,cease­ as can be seen from the latest minimize the profound divergencies that exist; neither dialogue and negotiation between the Greek Cypriots fire lines between the Cyprus Nationalreport ofGuard,the Secretary-General.on the and the Turkish Cypriots aimedareatwetheunmindfulachievementof the fact that a durable, satis­ factory solution can be achievedone hand.onlyandif ittheis Turkishbased onand Turkish46. TheCypriotgrowingforces,physical separation of the two ofa just and, hence, durable settlement. Such a settle­ on the other; but the Force, whose work has always the legitimate interests ;)f the two communit.ies. But communities and the slow pace of negotiations be­ ment can be achieved only through peaceful means and been exemplary, is also pr~')viding security for the we are sincerely hopeful that the will to peace will tween them is a source. ofconcern to the international through the implementation of the relevant United civilians in the demilitarized zone established between Nations resolutions, which setprevailthe courseand forcontinueagree­ to sustain all concerned in community. The delegation ofMexico hopes that there genuine efforts to bring thisthelong-drawn-outtwo lines, disputeas welltoasa dischargingare positivea elementsseries ofindicative of possible progress ment between the two communities. We do not humanitarian functions, as can be seen from the latest minimize the profound divergenciessatisfactorythat exist;conclusionneither that will ensure unity, indepenu in the intercommunal negotiations, but, above all, dence. territorial integrity reportand non-alignedof the Secretary-General.status for we welcome the intention announced by the Sec~ are we unmindful of the fact that a durable, satis­ persona~ factory solution can be achievedCyprus.only if it is based on 46. The growing physical separationretary-Generalof theto increasetwo his own involve­ communities and the slow pacementofinnegotiationsorder to givebe­fresh impetus to the negotiating the legitimate interests ;)f the 40.two communities.Mr. MARfN ButBOSCH (Mexico) (intelpretlltioll we are sincerely hopeful that the wiJI to peace will tween them is a source. ofconcernprocessto theandinternationalespecially to encourage the parties to from Spanish): Mr. President,community.we are pleasedThe delegationto con­ofMexicopreparehopesan overallthat theresynthesis covering the remaining prevail and continue to sustaintinueallworkingconcernedunder inyour skilful guidance. genuine efforts to bring this long-drawn-out dispute to a are positive elements indicativemajorof possibleunresolvedprogressissues. satisfactory conclusion that will41.ensureWeunitywould, indepen~like, firstinoftheall,intercommunalto express oncenegotiations,47. Negotiations,but, above all,on an equal footing, between the dence. territorial integrity and agair.non-alignedthe gratitudestatus forof thewedelegationwelcomeoftheMexicointentionto announcedtwo communitiesby the offerSecu the best course ofaction to find Cyprus. the Secretary-General for hisretary-Generaltireless effortsto increaseaimed athis ajustown persona~and lastinginvolve­solution to this question. In this con­ ensuring a cons~ructive outcomement inoforderthe 'intercommunalto give fresh impetusnection,to theit negotiatingis highly emportant that the resolutions 40. Mr. MARfN BOSCH (Mexico)talks' which(intelpretllt;OIlhave been heldprocessin theandframeworkespeciallyof theto encourageof the Generalthe partiesAssemblyto and the Security Council on from Spanish): Mr. President, wemissionare pleasedof goodto con­offices prepareentrustedan tooverallhim synthesisby the coveringthis issuetheberemainingheeded, in particular those relating to tinue working under your skilfulSecurityguidance.Council. We wouldmajoralsounresolvedlike to expressissues.our displaced persons and the withdrawal of all foreign 41. We would like, first of appreciationall, to expressof theonce work accomplished47. Negotiations,by theonSpedalan equaltroopsfooting,frombetweenthe island.the agaip. the gratitude of the delegation of Mexico to two communities offer the best course ofaction to find the Secretary-General for his tireless efforts aimed at ajust and lasting solution to this question. In this con­ ensuring a cons~ructive outcome ofthe 'intercommunal nection, it is highly !mportant that the resolutions talks' which have been held in the framework of the of the General Assembly and the Security Council on mission of good offices entrusted to him by the this issue be heeded, in particular those relating to Security Council. We would also like to express our displaced persons and the withdrawal of aH foreign appreciation of the work accomplished by the Spedal troops from the island. 118th meeting-llMay 1983 1991 · Hugo 48. We therefore believe that any resolution adopted ence, and to take part in international life on an by the General Assembly as a result of this debate equal footing; that everybody respect the indepen­ should reflect the main elements of the position sup­ dence, territorial integrity and inviolabmty of the :feneral ported in the past by the Assembly itself and should borders of States, [and] observe the principle of :tion of the renunciation of the use of force or threat of already clearly chart the course for future negotiations, fiorce...." 3 pIes of stressing the constructive118throlemeeting-llMaythat the Secretary­1983 1991 General can continue to play. Ins has,48. We therefore believe that any resolution adopted ence, and to take54.partThesein internationalgenerally recognizedlife on an fundamental pr1n­ iecurityby the General Assembly49. Mr.asLIANGa resultYufanof this(China)debate(intelpretationequal footing;from thatcipleseverybodyfully applyrespecttothetheindepen­problem of Cyprus, the 'e mustshould reflect the mainChinese):elementsThe ofGeneralH~e positionAssemblysup­has ondence,many territorialocca­ questionintegrity whichand inviolabmtyis once againof thebefore the Assembly. il of aported in the past bysionstheconsideredAssembly theitselfquestionand shouldof Cyprus,bordersyet no satis­of States,We[and]mustobservenote withtheconcernprincipleandofregret that, dC3pite he self-clearly chart the factorycoursesolutionfor futurehas beennegotiations,reached so far afterthe renunciationso many theof thelongusetimeofwhichforce orhasthreatelapsedofsince the adoption stressing the constructivezigzags overrolethethatyears,the andSecretary­the situation in~lorce...this beauti­". 3 by the General Assembly and the Security Council of General can continuefultoeasternplay. Mediterranean island State remains un­ decisions laying down the basis for the political settle­ :events stable. Like the other third world countries,54. TheseChinagenerallyis recognized fundamental pr1n­ )rogres­ ment on the is:and, no progress has yet been achieved 49. Mr. LIANG Yufanconcerned(China)over(interpretationsuch a state offromaffairs andciplessympathizesfully apply towardsto the problemtheir implementation.of Cyprus, the : island.Chinese): The GeneralwithAssemblythe peoplehasof Cypruson manyinocca­their plight.question which is once again before the Assembly. solationsions considered the question of Cyprus, yet no satis­ 50. Thanks to the active mf"diation byWethemustSecretary­note with55.concernAs isandwellregretknown,that,thedC3piteGeneral Assembly and the Turkishfactory solution has been reached so far after so many the long time whichSecurityhas elapsedCouncilsincehavetheconstantlyadoptionworked to find solu­ that, aszigzags over the years,General,and thethesituationrepresentativesin this beauti­of the two communities in Cyprus have resumed negotiations byin thethe pastGeneraltwoAssemblytions toandthetheCyprusSecurityproblem.Council Asof far back as 1974, th eachful eastern Mediterranean island State remains un­ decisions laying downthetheUnitedbasisNationsfor the politicalset forthsettle­its position of principle stable. Like the otheryearsthirdandworldmore.countries,We highlyChinavalueisthe persistent efforts ofthe people ofCyprus towards reachingmenta peacefulon the set­is:and, nowithprogressrespecthastoyetthisbeenconflict.achievedIn its resolution 3212 concerned over such a state ofaffairs and sympathizes towards their implementation.(XXIX), unanimously adopted and subsequently en­ prolon­with the people of Cyprustlementinoftheirtheirplight.problem through negotiations. )ersons. dorsed by the Security Council in reEolution 365 50. Thanks to the active51. Them~diationtwo communitiesby the Secretary­in Cyprus do55.haveAscommonis well known,(1974),the Generalthe Assembly, Assemblyinandan theauthoritative manner, re urge interests. They all desire an early solutionSecuritythroughCouncil have constantly worked to find solu­ >IuntaryGeneral, the representatives of the two communities called upon all States to respect the sovereignty, negotiations free from super-Power interference,tions to the Cyprusso independence,problem. As territorialfar back asintegrity1974, and policy of non­ 1 Rightsin Cyprus have resumed negotiations in the past two years and more. Wethathighlytheyvaluecanthedevotepersistentthemselveseffortsto thetherebuildingUnited Nationsof alignmentset forth itsofpositionthe Republicof principleof Cyprus. It urged the trne the their country. It is, of course, fully withunderstandablerespect to this conflict. In its resolution 3212 ~lIock ofthe people ofCyprus towards reaching a peaceful set­ speedy withdrawal of all foreign forces from Cyprus, in that th~ people of Cyprus will still face(XXIX),difficultiesunanimously adopted and subsequently en­ Missingtlement of their problem through negotiations. the cessation of foreign interference in its affairs and ahead, and it will take time and effortsdorsed toby copethe Securitythe guaranteeCouncilofinthereEolutionreturn of refugees365 to their h~mes 51. The two communitieswith thein Cypruscomplexdoproblemshave commonleft over(1974),by prolongedthp, Assembly,in safety.in an authoritative manner, igqed tointerests. They all colonialdesire anrule.earlyNevertheless,solution throughwe are convincedcalled uponthat,allif States to respect the sovereignty, cwas tonegotiations free fromonlysuper-Powerthe two communitiesinterference,in Cypmsso independence,can set storeterritorial56. Atintegritya numberand policyof subsequentof non­ sessions, the As­ d arrivethat they can devotebythemselvestheir overallto intereststhe rebuildingand getofunited,alignmentand ifoftheythe Republicsembly notof onlyCyprus.ccmfirmedIt urgedthisthedecision and the prin­ clashes.their country. It is,continueof course,withoutfully let-upunderstandablethe process speedyof earnestwithdrawaland ofciplesall foreigncontainedforcestherein,from butCyprus,also supplemented them ne time,that th~ people of.patientCyprusnegotiationswill still faceanddifficultiesdisplay a spiritthe cessationof mutualof foreignwith interferencenew, constructivein its affairsprovisions.and In parti~ular, reso­ le Forceahead, and it willaccommodation,take time and theneffortstheyto willcopesurelytheovercomeguaranteetheof thelutionreturn34/30,of refugeesadoptedto theiron 20h~mesNovember 1979 by an ~ cease­with the complex problemsobstacles inlefttheiroverway,by prolongednarrow their indifferencessafety. and overwhelming. majority of votes, expressed support I, on thecolonial rule. Nevertheless,eventuallywearriveare convincedat a fair that,and mutuallyif satisfactory for the to-point agreement of 19 May 19792 and called only the two communitiessolution. in Cypms can set store 56. At a number forof subsequentthe urgent resumptionsessions, theof As­intercomrnunal negoti­ t forces, sembly not only ccmfirmed this decision and the prin­ i alwaysby their overall interests and get united, and if they ations in a meaningful, result-oriented and construc­ continue without let-up52. Chinathe processhas alwaysof earnestmaintainedand thatciplesthecontainedindepen­ therein,tive manner.but alsoThroughoutsupplementedthatthemtime, the Security Coun­ for the dence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-aligned parti~ular, between.patient negotiations and display a spirit of mutual with new, constructivecil alsoprovisions.kept theInprobl::m of Cyprusreso­ withan its purview accommodation, thenstatustheyofwillCyprussurelyshouldovercomebe respected.the lutionWe 34/30,sincerelyadoptedandonadopted20 Novembera number1979of importantby an decisions on the eries of hope that the Greek and Turkish communitiesoverwhelming.ofmajority of votes, expressed support he latestobstacles in their way, narrow their differences and question. eventually arrive atCyprusa fair andwill mutuallybuild on satisfactorythe progress alreadyfor the achievedlO-point agreement of 19 May 19792 and called solution. and make renewed efforts to reach anforearlythe solutionurgent resumption57. Resolutionsof intercommunalof the Unitednegoti­Nations are in the of their dispute, which will permit themationstoin livea meaningful,in interestresult-orientedof the Cypriotand construc­people and are aimed at the two52. China has always maintained that the indepen­ ions be­ harmony and together build a prosperoustive Cyprusmanner.andThroughoutsecuringthatthetime,mostthespeedySecuritysolutionCoun­ of this acute prob­ dence, sovereignty, contributeterritorial integrityto stabilityand non-alignedin the easterncilMediterraneanalso kept the probl::mlem. Inof Cyprusthese conditions,withan its purviewone cannot fail to be seri­ rnationalstatus of Cyprus should be respected. We sincerely hat there and peace in the world. and adopted a numberouslyofconcelimportantned atdecisionsthe fact thaton thethese decisions remain hope that the Greek and Turkish communities of question. unfulfilled.. The complex situation which continues on progressCyprus will build on53. theMr.progressTROYANOVSKYalready achieved(Union ofSoviet Socialist )ove all, the island and in its vicinity is rightly a source of and make renewed Republics)efforts to reach(intelpretationan early solutionfrom Russian):57. ResolutionsThe com­ of the United Nations are in the u concern to those who cherish peace and international the Secof their dispute, whichplexitywillandpermitacute situationthem to oflivetheincurrentinterestinternationalof the Cypriot people and are aimed at involve­ dictat~ security. This concern with the fate of the Republic harmony and togetherscenebuild a prosperousthe need forCyprusincreasedand effortssecuringto preservethe most speedy solution of this acute prob­ gotiating - the peace and strengthen international security in order ofCyprus and its people was expressed in the political contribute to stability in the eastern Mediterranean lem. In these conditions,declarationone cannotof the failSeventhto beConferenceseri­ of Heads of arties toand peace in the world.to eliminate the existing focal pointsouslyofconceltensionned at the fact that these decisions remain emaining and prevent the emergence of new ones and to seek StateorGovernment oLSon-Aligned Countries, held at 53. Mr. TROYANOVSKY (Union ofSoviet Socialist unfulfilled.. The complexNew situationDelhi fromwhich7 continuesto 12 Marchon 1983.4 The Con­ a peaceful settlement of situations theof conflict.island andAs in its vicinity is rightly a source of Republics) (interpretationstated infromthe politicalRussian):declarationThe com­of the States Parties ference noted the absence of progress in the inter­ Neen theplexity and acute situation of the current international concern to those whocommunalcherish peacenegotiations,and internationaland c~ned for a prompt, mto find to the War3aw Treatj.-, issued in Praguesecurity.in JanuaryThis concern with the fate of the Republic scene dictat~ the need1983:for increased efforts to preserve mutually acceptable solution to the problem in accord­ this con­the peace and strengthen international security in order ofCyprus and its peopleance waswithexpressedthe resolutionsin the politicalof the Assembly, inter cdicl, solutionsto eliminate the existing"Therefocalarepointsno problems,of tensionglobaldeclarationor regional,of the SeventhresolutionConference3212 (XXIX),of Headswhich ofwas endorsed by the )uncil on which could not be solved justly by peacefulState orGovernmentmeans. SecurityoL~on-A1ignedCouncil.Countries,The participantsheld at in the Conference and prevent the emergence of new ones and to seek 4 :Iating ato peaceful settlementItofis mostsituationsimportantof conflict.for all toAsrecognizeNew theDelhilegiti­from 7reaffirmedto 12 Marchtheir 1983.respectThefor theCon­independence, sover­ II foreignstated in the political declarationmate right ofofthethepeopleStates ofPartiesevery countryferencetonoteddecidethe absenceeignty, territor;alof progressintegrity,in the unityinter­ and policy of non­ to the Wan,aw Treat)-,its issuedown internalin Pragueaffairs,in Januarywithout externalcommunalinterfer-negotiations,alignmentand ofc~nedCyprusforanda prompt,welcomed the proposal of 1983: mutually acceptable solution to the problem in accord­ ance with the resolutions of the Assembly, inter ediel, "There are no problems, global or regional, resolution 3212 (XXIX), which was endorsed by the which could not be solvedjustIy by peaceful means. Security Council. The participants in the Conference It is most important for all to recognize the legiti­ reaffirmed their respect for the independence, sover­ mate right of the people of every country to decide eignty, territorial integrity, unity and policy of non­ its own internal affairs, without external interfer- alignment of Cyprus and welcomed the proposal of 1992 -General Assembly-Thirty-seventh Session-Plenary Meetings the President of the Republic of Cyprus for full port of a united, independen't, sovereign and non­ demilitarization of the island. aligned Cyprus. 58. The Soviet Union is deeply convinced that a 64. - Mr. WOOLCOTT (Australia): It is a matter of dura1?le and just solution of the problem of Cyprus considerable concern to the Australian Government is possible. It can be achieved on the basis of mutual and people that the situation on the island of Cyprus 1992 GeneralunderstandingAssembly-Thirty-sevel.lthbetween theSession-Plenarytwo nationalMeetingscommunities, remains unresolved and that the General Assembly is the President of the Republic ofwithCyprusdue accountfor fullbeingporttakenofofatheunited,interestsindependen't,of each sovereigncalled uponandtonon­consider it yet again. That troubled demilitarization of the island. of .them and of theiralignedcommonCyprus.interests in the country deserves the peace and stability which are preservation ofthe integrity, independence and sover­ necessary for it to prosper and develop. 58. The Soviet Union is deeplyeigntyconvincedof the Republicthat a of64.Cyprus.Mr. WOOLCOTT (Australia): It is a matter of dtiral?le and just solution of the problem of Cyprus 65. I am pleased to take this opportunity to empha­ 59. In this context, inconsiderablethe SovietconcernUnion toconsid­the Australian Government is possible. It can be achieved on the basis of mutual and people that the situation on thesizeislandagainofAustralia'sCyprus goodwill towards Cyprus and all understanding between the two nationalerablecommunities,sympathy and interest have been shown in the its people and our strong support for a solution of efforts that have been remainsmade byunresolvedthe Governmentand thatofthe General Assembly is with due account being taken of the interests of each called upon to consider it yet again.the CyprusThat troubleddispute that takes into account the legiti­ of them and of their commoniheinterestsRepublicinof theCyprus and the progressive, socio­ mate interests and concerns ofboth the Greek Cypriot political forces on the islandcountryto improvedeservesthethesituationpeace and stability which are preservation of the integrity, independence and sover­ necessary for it to prosper and develop.and Turkish Cypriot communities. eignty of the Republic of Cyprus. there. Those efforts, however, have run into covert and overt opposition by65. theI amadversariespleased tooftakea freethis opportunity66. The searchto empha­for such a solution has been protracted 59. In this context, in the Sovietand independentUnion consid­Cyprus,sizewhoagainare tryingAustralia'sto complicategoodwill towardsand painful,Cyprus andbut allmy Government remains convinced erable sympathy and interest havethebeenongoingshowndialoguein the andits peopledisrupt anda trueoursettlement.strong supportthatforthea solutionintercommunalof talks, conducted under the efforts that have been made by Theythe Governmentare hatchingof plansthe toCyprusreachdisputesolutionsthatwhichtakes intoauspicesaccount ofthethelegiti­Secretary-General, using his good i.he Republic of Cyprus and theare progressive,quite remotesocio­from matethe aspirationsinterests andandconcernsnationalofbothoffices,the GreekofferCypriotthe most promising avenue for a reso­ political forces on the island to improveintereststheofsituationthe Cypriots.and TurkishThe activitiesCypriot communities.of these lution of the di5pute. there. Those efforts, however, havecirclesruncanintoonlycovertlead to the virtual continuation of the and overt opposition by the adversariesde facto partitionof a freeof the66. islandThe searchand turnfor suchthe islanda solution67.has beenTheprotractedAustralian delegation wishes to commend the and independent Cyprus, who are tryinginto atomilitarycomplicatebeach-headand painful,of thebutNorthmy GovernmentAtlantic Secretary-Generalremains convincedfor the efforts he has made in the ongoing dialogue and disruptTreatya trueOrganizationsettlement. in thethateasternthe intercommunalMediterranean.talks, conductedfurtheringunderthe talksthebegun by his predecessor. We ap­ They are hatching plans to reach solutions which auspices of the Secretary-General,preciateusinghishisstronggood personal commitment to a reso­ are quite remote from the aspirations60. TheandSovietnationalUnionoffices,firmly supportsoffer the themostindepen­promising lutionavenueoffortheaproblemreso­ and offer him our full support interests of the Cypriots. The denceactivitiesand ofterritorialthese integritylution ofofthethedi5pute.Republic of Cy­ now that he has decided to extend his efforts. circles can only lead to the virtualpruscontinuationand respectsof theits policy of non-alignment. In this connection, we wish to 67.emphasizeThe Australianthe stabledelegationnature ofwishes68. toContinuingcommend theefforts by the United Nations will de facto partition of the island and turn the island be needed to assist in building up the political will into a military beach-head of theSoviet-CypriDtNorth Atlanticrelations,Secretary-Generalwhich continue to developfor the forefforts he has made in the benefit of the peoplesfurtheringof our countries.the talks begun by his predecessor.necessary onWebothap­ sides to facilitate the sometimes Treaty Organization in the eastern Mediterranean. tak~n. furth~r preciate his strong personal commitmentdifficult decisionsto a reso­that have to be Equally, 60. The Soviet Union firmly supports61 .. Athe indepen­contribution to these good-neighbourly ifprogress is to be made, efforts will have to be under­ relations was the visitlutionto theofSovietthe problemUnionandof theoffer him our full support dence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cy­ now that he has decided to extendtakenhis efforts.to establish confidence-building measures prus and respects its policy of non-alignment.President of theIn thisRepublic of Cyprus, Mr. Kyprianou, between the two communities. connection, we wish to emphasizeintheOctober-Novemberstable nature of 68.1982.ContinuingThat visiteffortsgave bynewthe United Nations will Soviet-CypriDt relations, which continueimpetusto todevelopthe impl'ovementfor be neededand enhancementto assist in buildingof co­ up69.theThepoliticalAustralianwill Government calls for the imple­ the benefit of the peoples of our countries.operation between ournecessarycountries. onThebothSovietsidesUnionto facilitatementationthe sometimesof the relevant United Nations resolutions advocates the prompt settlement of the Cyprus prob­ on tak~n.Cyprus, including General Assembly resolution furth~r difficult decisions that have to be Equally, 61 .. A contribution to theselemgood-neighbourlywithout military orifprogressother foreignis to beinterference,made, efforts will33/15~have-ofto 9beNovemberunder­ 1978, and, more particularly, relations was the visit to the SovietthroughUnionconstructiveof the takennegotiations,to establishtakingconfidence-buildinginto for the immediatemeasureswithdrawal of foreign forces from President of the Republic of Cyprus,accountMr. Kyprianou,the legitimate interestsbetween ofthethetwolWOcommunities.communi­ the Republic of Cyprus. in October-November 1982. Thatties,visitand gavewe advocatenew the withdrawal of all foreign impetus to the impl·ovement and enhancementtroops and theofeliminationco­ 69. ofThebasesAustralianon CyprusGovernmentso that 70.calls Australiafor the imple­makes a modest contribution of police­ operation between our countries.itThecanSovietexist asUniona united,mentationindependent,of thesovereignrelevant Unitedand Nationsmen to UNFICYP,resolutionsand we have a continuing commit­ advocates the prompt settlement ofnOll-alignedthe CyprusState.prob­' on Cyprus, including General Assemblyment to itsresolutionrole and objectives. It is, however, a lem without military or other foreign interference, 33/15~ ()f 9 November 1978, and,mattermore particularly,of some concern to my delegation that con­ through constructive negotiations,62. Guidedtaking byintothe interestsfor the immediateof peace withdrawaland inter­ of foreigntributorsforcesto UNFICYPfrom are being asked to bear an account the legitimate interests ofnationalthe ,-wosecurity,communi­the Sovietthe RepublicUnion, asofisCyprus.well known, ul'l!'easonable financial burden because of the refusal ties, and we advocate the withdrawalhas putofforwardall foreigna proposal, supported by the Govern­ of some countries to contribute to the upkeep of the troops and the elimination of basesmenton Cyprusof Cyprusso thatand the70.GovernmentsAustralia makesof manya modestother contributionForce, andofwepolice­call on all Member States to· assume it can exist as a united, independent,countries,sovereignfor theandconsiderationmen to UNFICYP,of the pro~lemand we haveof a theircontinuingresponsibilitiescommit­ in this regard. flOp-aligned State.. Cyprus in a broad internationalment to itsforumroleandandtheobjectives.con­ It is, however, a vening for that purpose,matterwithinofthesomeframeworkconcernoftothemy delegation71. 'Nhenthatthecon­Committee on Missing Persons in 62. Guided by the interests ofUnitedpeace Nations,and inter­of atributorsrepresentativeto UNFICYPconference.are beings Cyprusasked wasto bearestablishedan in 1981, we had high expec­ national security, the Soviet Union,Theasconveningis well known,of such ul't'easonablean internationalfinancialconferenceburdenon becausetationsofoftheit.refusalThose expectations have not been has put forward a proposal, supportedCyprusby theunderGovern­United Nationsof someauspicescountrieswouldto contributebe an torealized.the upkeepWe ofurgethethat concerted and serious efforts ment of Cyprus and the Governmentsimportantof manycontributionother Force,te:" reducingand thewe tensioncall on allon Memberthe beStatesmade toto assumeestablish the fate of the missing people countries, for the consideration islandof theandpro~lemin the ofvicinitytheirofresponsibilitiesthe island and intothisestab­regard.either through that Committee or by some otheragreed Cyprus in a broad international forumlishinganda climatethe con­oftrust and co-operation. It would be mechanism. vening for that purpose, within thea weightyframeworkfactorof thefor international71. 'Nhendetente.the Committee on Missing Persons in United Nations, of a representative conference.s Cyprus was established in 1981, we72. hadWehighbelieveexpec­that, with goodwill and perseverance The convening of such an international63. TheconferenceGeneralonAssemblytationscanofandit. mustThosemakeexpectationsits on haveall sides,not heenprogress should be possible on this Cyprus under United Nations auspicescontributionwouldtobea justan andrealized.durableWesolutionurge thatof theconcertedCy­ complexand seriousissue,effortsand we can assure the Assembly that important contribution te:" reducingprusthe tensionproblemonandthepromotebe madethe rapidto establishimplementationthe fate of Australiathe missingwillpeopleextend its full support to any such island and in the vicinity of the islandof theandUnitedto estab­NationseitherdecisionsthroughonthattheCommitteematter. Itor byprogrammesome otherthatagreedwould bring peace and stability to the lishing a climate oftrust and co-operation.must makeIt wouldits ownbe weightymechanism.pronouncement in sup- Republic of Cyprus. a weighty factor for international detente. 72. We believe that, with goodwill and perseverance 63. The General Assembly can and must make its on all sides, progress should be possible on this contribution to ajust and durable solution of the Cy­ complex issue, and we can assure the Assembly that prus problem and promote the rapid implementation Australia will extend its full support to any such of the United Nations decisions on the matter. It programme that would bring peace and stability to the must make its own weighty pronouncement in sup- Republic of Cyprus. liSth meeting-ll May 1983 1993 73. Mr. VRAALSEN (Norway): The question of 82. We support the presence ofUNFICYP as long as Cyprus has now been on the agenda of the interna­ the Force is needed. We will continue to extend sub­ tional community for almost 20 years. stantial financial contributions on a voluntary basis Ito UNFICYP. We strongly urge all Member States 74. The conflict between the two ethnic communities to fulfil their share of the collective responsibility on Cyprus has led to violence and killings, to uprooting IiSth meeting-ll May 1983 under the Charter for United Nations 1993peace-keeping of families and communities and to widespread eco­ operations, and we ask them to respond positively 73. Mr. VRAALSENnomic and social(Norway):damage.TheIt hasquestionled theoftwo 82.motherWe supportto thetheSecretary-General'spresence ofUNFICYPappealasforlongm~reas voluntary countries-.Greece and Turkey-to the brink of war contributions to UNFICYP. Cyprus hasandnowis beenstill aonmajorthe agendastumbling-blockof the interna­for the develop­the Force is needed. We will continue to extend sub­ tional communityment offorgood-neighbourlyalmost 20 years. relations between thestantialtwo financial contributions on a voluntary basis Ito UNFICYP.83. WeWe stronglyurge theurgepartiesall involvedMember Statesto show courage 74. The conflictcountries.betweenAnd theas longtwo ethnicas the communitiesCyprus conflict remainsto fulfil theirandshareflexibilityof thein collectivethe negotiationsresponsibilityto find a political on Cyprus hasunsolved,led to violenceit is yetandanotherkilJings,potentiallyto uprootingdestabilizingunder the Chartersolution.forNoneUnitedof themNationscanpeace-keepingexpect any political or of families factorand communitiesin a cornerandof thet\.l worldwidespreadthat alreadyeco­ presents economic benefits from a continued unsolved situation enough threats to international peace and security.operations, and we ask them to respond positively nomic and social damage. It has led the two mother to the Secretary-General'son Cyprus. All ofappealthemforstandm~reto voluntarygain if a compromise countries-Greece75. TheandcostsTurkey-toof a continuedthe hrinkunsolvedof warsillr.tioncontributionsin is foundto UNFICYP.and the two communities can start planning and is still Cyprusa majorarestumbling-blockhigh, in human,for theeconomicdevelop­and political for their joint future. ment of good-neighbourlyterms. From a humanitarianrelations betweenpointtheof view,two there83. areWe urge the parties involved to show courage countries. And as long as the Cyprus conflict remains and flexibility84. inIntheconclusion,negotiationsihe toNorwegianfind a politicalGovernment feels unsolved, itstillis unsolvedyet anotherproblemspotentiallyresultingdestabilizingfrom the Turkish encouraged by the declared intention of the Sec­ invasion in 1974. The continued uncertainty aboutsolution.the None of them can expect any political or factor in a corner of the world that already presents economic benefitsretary-Generalfrom a continuedto renewunsolvedhis effortssituationto revitalize the future makes economic planning difficult on the indivi­ intercommunal talks. My Government urges all parties enough threatsdual,tocommunalinternationalandpeacen&tionallevels.and security. on Cyprus. All of them stand to gain if a compromise is found andconcernedthe two communitiesto lend theircanunqualifiedstart planningsupport to the 75. The costs of a continued unsolved siw"·.tion in Secretary-General in these efforts. Cyprus are76.high,Th2in Unitedhuman,Nationseconomicalsoandhas apoliticaldirect interestfor theirin a joint future. solution to the Cyprus problem. Since 1964 a United 85. Mrs. CARRASCO MONJE (Bolivia) (interpre­ terms. FromNationsa humanitarianpeace-keepingpoint offorce,view,originallythere are established84. In conclusion, {he Norwegian Government feels still unsolved problems resulting from the Turkish encouragedtationby thefromdeclaredSpanish):intentionMr. President,of the Sec­I would like to invasion in for1974.a Theperiodcontinuedof threeuncertaintymonths, hasaboutbeenthedeployed on congratulate you most sincerely Oil the fact that you the island. The continued need for keeping UN?ICYPretary-General to renew his efforts to revitalize the future makes economic planning difficult on the indivi­ intercommunalare talks.once MyagainGovernmentpresidingurgesoverallourpartiesdeliberations. dual, communalin placeandisn&tionallevels.a strain on the peace-keeping capacity of I would also like to express my sincere hope that this the United Nations, on the troop-contributingconcernedcoun­ to lend their unqualified support to the Secretary-Generalresumedinsessionthese efforts.ofthe General Assembly will achieve 76. Th2 Unitedtries andNations'On otheralsocountrieshas a directwhichinterestare makingin a voluntary genuine progress in the task of implementing the solution to financialthe Cypruscontributionsproblem. Sinceto UNFICYP.1964 a United 85. Mrs. CARRASCOobjectives andMONJEprinciples(Bolivia)for which(interpre­the United Nations Nations peace-keeping force, originally established 77. The United Nations has also been directlytationin­fromwasSpanish):created.Mr. President, I would like ~o for a period of three months, has been deployed on congratulate you most sincerely Oil the fact that you volved in the efforts to find a peaceful and negotiated 86. Since 1963, the United Nations~ in particular the island. Thesolutioncontinuedto theneedCyprusfor keepingproblem.UN?ICYPBoth the arepresentonce again presiding over our deliberations. in place is a strain on the peace-keeping capacity of I would alsothelikeGeneralto expressAssemblymy sincereand th~hopeSecuritythat thisCouncil, has the United Secretary-GeneralNations, on the troop-contributingand previous Secretaries-Generalcoun­ beel} dealing with the question of Cyprus, a critical have made strong and personal efforts to bringresumedthe session ofthe General Assembly will achieve tries and "On othercountries which are making voluntary genuine progresssituationinresultingthe taskfromof theimplementingdispute betweenthe t~e Greek parties to the negotiating table. Constructive pro­ Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities, in which financial contributionsposals for compromiseto UNFICYP.solutions have been presented,objectives and principles for which the United Nations was created.the Governments of Greece and Turkey are also in­ 77. The Unitedand theNationsSpecialhasRepresentativesalso been directlyof thein­ Secretary­ volved. volved in theGeneraleffortshaveto findmadea peacefulnumerousandandnegotiatedcontinuous attempts86. Since 1963, the United Nations~ in particular solution totothebreakCyprusthe deadlock.problem. Both the present the General87.AssemblyThe Cyprusand th~conflictSecurityis notCouncil,new. hasIt goes further Secretary-General and previous Secretaries-General beel} dealingbackwithinthetimequestionthan theofveryCyprus,existencea criticalof the United 78. The basic elements of a peaceful solution have Nations. It is one of those cases characteristic of have made beenstrongidentified.and personalSuch aeffortssolutionto willbringnecessarilythe situationhave resulting from the dispute between t~e Greek parties to the negotiating table. Constructive pro­ Cypriot and.humanTurkishnatureCypriotand thecommunities,survival ofinreligiouswhich creeds. posals for compromiseto be basedsolutionson a carefullyhave beenbalancedpresented,package deal, where none of the parties can expect to get a solutionthe Governments88. Theof GreeceRepublicandof Cyprus,Turkey asareaalsofull Statein­ Member and the Special Representatives of the Secretary­ volved. General havesolelymadeonnumeroustheir ownandterms.continuousThis attemptspackage deal would ofthe United Nations and a member ofthe Movement to break thehavedeadlock.to include a withdrawal of foreign troops87.andThea Cyprusof Non-Alignedconflict isCountries,not new. Ithasgoesa rightfurtherto full sover­ more just distribution of the territories occupiedbackbyin timeeigntythanwithoutthe veryanyexistenceforeigb interference.of the UnitedNone the less, 78. The basicthe twoelementscommunitiesof a peacefulthan atsolutionpresent,havecoupledNations.with Itandis onemoreofthanthoseanycasesothercharacteristicconsideration,ofthe fact that been identified.safeguardsSuch aandsolutionguaranteeswill necessarilyfor the minorityhavegroup·humanwhichnatureforeignand thetroopssurvivalremain,of religiousin violationcreeds.of the territorial to be basedcanonensurea carefullythat pastbalancedinjusticespackagewill notdeal,be repeated. hltegrity, sovereignty and independence of Cyprus, where none of the parties can expect to get a solution 88. The Republicconstitutes,of Cyprus,in ourasview,a fullaStatedisruptingMemberfactor, under solely on their79. ownNorway'sterms.policyThis packageon the Cyprusdeal wouldconflict is based on the following principles. ofthe UnitedtheNationspressureandofa memberwhich itofisthedifficultMovementfor negotiations have to include a withdrawal of foreign troops and a of Non-Alignedto takeCountries,place on anhasequala rightfootingto fulland sover­in a free manner. more just distribution80. We supportof thethe.territoriessovereignty,occupiedindependenceby eigntyandwithout any foreigb interference. None the less, the two communitiesterritorial thanintegrityat present,of thecoupledRepublicwithof Cyprus.and more than89. anyAt otherits twenty-ninthconsideration, session,the fact thatfollowing the safeguards andWeguaranteesrecognize forandthefullyminorityrespectgroupits wishwhichto stayforeignnon­ troopseventsremain,of 1974,in violationthe Generalof theAssembly,territorialin resolution. can ensure thataligned.past injustices will not be repeated. hltegrity, sovereignty3212 (XXIX),andaffirmedindependencethe basicofprinciplesCyprus, of respect constitutes,ofinStatesour view,for thea disruptingsovereignty,factor,imlependenceunder and ter­ 79. Norway's81. policyWe supporton the theCypruseffortsconflictof theis Secre~ary-Generalbased ritorial integrity of Cyprus, and the obligation to on the following principles. the pressure of which it is difficult for negotiations . and his Special Representative to find a politicalto takeandplacerefrainon an equalfrom anyfootinginterferenceand in a freein itsmanner.affairs. That reso­ 80. We supportnegotiatedthe. sovereignty,solution to theindependenceconflict: In andour view, such lution represents a valid frame of reference for the territorial integritya solution ofcan thebest beRepublicfound throughof Cyprus.the framework89. Atof itssolutiontwenty-ninthof the problemsession, offollowingCyprus. Ittheis precisely the intercommunal talks. We have supported theeventshigh­of 1974,that frameworkthe GeneralthatAssembly,must be inpreserved,resolution.because any We recognize and fully respect its wish to stay non­1 aligned. level agreements of 12 February 1977 and 321219 May(XXIX),changeaffirmedmaythegivebasicrise principlesto new factorsof respectthat can render - 19792 as a premising basis for a political solution.of States forthetheimplementationsovereignty, imlependenceof those principlesand ter­more difficult. 81. We support the efforts of the Secre~ary-General ritorial integrity of Cyprus, and the obligation to . and his Special Representative to find a political and refrain from any interference in its affairs. That reso­ negotiated solution to the conflict: In our view, such lution represents a valid frame of reference for the a solution can best be found through the framework of solution of the problem of Cyprus. It is precisely the intercommunal talks. We have supported the high­ that framework that must be preserved, because any level agreements of 12 February 19771 and 19 May change may give rise to new factors that can render - 19792 as a premising basis for a political solution. the implementation of those principles more difficult. ------...... ".----1994 General Assembly-Thirty-seventh Session-Plenary Meetings 90. We would like to commend the contacts and This princ:ple, which should be shared by all States negotiations conducted since that time, with the good interested in the quest for a just solution, must offices of the Secretar.y-General, between the rep­ predominate in any negotiations and efforts towards resentatives of the two communities, in order freely a solution which may take place. to achieve a mutually acceptable political settlement. 100. We wish to take this opportunity to express our 1994 91. TheGeneralrepor:tAssembly-Thirty-seventhof the Secretary-GeneralSession-Plenary[A/37/805Meetings sincere thanks to the Secretary-General for his valuable ------'-._-and Corr./] describes a situation which cannot be efforts to bring about an understanding and a solution 90. We would like to sidestepped,commend thenamely,contactsthatandthe solutionsThis princ:ple,for a justwhichand shouldofthebeproblem.shared byWeallbelieveStatestbat the Secretary-General negotiations conducted sincelastingthatpeacetime, mustwith thebe goodnegotiatedinterestedbetweeninthethetwoquestshouldfor a continuejust solution,to providemusthis valuable co-operation offices of the Secretar.y-General,communitiesbetweenon basesthe satisfactoryrep­ predominateto both ofin them.any negotiationsfor the causeand effortsof peace.towards resentatives of the two communities,Any attempt byin orderone partyfreelyto imposea solutionits viewwhichonmaythe take101.place.My delegation also wishes to state that it to achieve a mutually acceptableother, farpoliticalfrom contributingsettlement.positively100. toWethewishsituation,to take thissuppor1sopportunitydrafttoresolutionexpress ourA/37/L.63. We believe that would only widen the gap between the parties and the draft resolution is an objective expression of the 91. The repoJ1 of the Secretary-Generalprolong indefinitely[A/37/805the lack of communication.sincere thanks to the Secretary-Generalfor his valuable and Corr.l] describes a situation which cannot be efforts to bring about an und~rstandingtrue dimensionandof thea solutionproblem and provides the basis sidestepped, namely, that92.the Atsolutionsthe Assembly'sfor a just andtenth specialofthe problem.session, Presi­We believeandthatthethemeasuresSecretary-Generalfor its solution, which we con­ lasting peace must be negotiateddent Kyprianoubetweensolemnlythe twodeclaredshouldthecontinuewill oftotheprovidesiderhisappropriate,valuable co-operationconstructive and, above all, just. communities on bases satisfactoryGovernmenttoofbothCyprusof them.totally to demilitarizefor the causetheofcoun­peace. [2nd meeting, para. 145], 102. Lastly, the delegation of the Dominican Repub­ Any attempt by one partytryto impose its view on the to disarm101. Mythe inhabitantsdelegation also wishes to state that it other, far from contributingof positivelythe islandtoandthe situation,to give complete security to the lic considers that the solution of ,he problem should suppor1s draft resolution A/37/L.63. We believe that th~ would only widen the gapCypriotbetweenpeople.theThispartiesis aandvery important declaration. be found within the framework of relevant reso­ the draft resolution is anlutionsobjectiveof theexpressionUnited Nations.of the prolong indefinitely the lack93. ofSincecommunication.both ~ommunities havetruecoexisteddimensionforofcen­the problem and provides the basis 92. At the Assembly's turiestenth specialwithin thesession,samePresi­habitat, weandbelievethe measurestltat, evenfor its103.solution,Mr. ALBORNOZwhich we con­(Ecuador) (illtelprelation dent Kyprianou solemnlywithdeclaredtheir differences,the will ofittheshouldsidernotappropriate,be difficult constructiveto from Spanish):and, aboveTheall,delegationjust. of Ecuador expresses Government ofCyprus totallyfind toa demilitarizepoint of agreementthe coun­to overcome the present its best wishes to you Mr. President, as you once try [2nd meeting, para. 145],difficu!tiesto disarmandthemakeinhabitantsit possible102.for themLastly,to thelivedelegationin againof theassumeDominicanthe presidencyRepub­ of this resumed session of the island and to givepeace.completeBecausesecurityof this,to theit is inlic everyconsiderswaythatneces­the solutionof theofG(;neral,he problemAssembly.shouldYour experience, skills and Cypriot people. This is a saryvery thatimportantan enddeclaration.be put to allbeforeignfound interferencewithin the frameworkprestigeofguaranteeth~ relevantthat thereso­work ofthis session will be lutions of the United Nations.successful. 93. Since both ~ommunitiesand thathavethecoexistedessentialforbasescen­ of agreement be estab­ turies within the same habitat,lished, weas believecontainedtltat,inevendraft resolution103. Mr. A/37/L.63,ALBORNOZ104.(Ecuador)The pmblem(interpretationbeing considered today in the with their differences, itwhich. shouldwenotshallbesupport.difficult to from Spanish): The delegationAssemblyof Ecuadoris of seriousexpressesconcern to Ecuador because find a point of agreement94. to Mr.overcomeKNIPPINGthe presei'ltVICTORIAits(Dominicanbest wishesRepub­to you Mr.it nnvolvesPresident,principlesas youwhichonceare at the very foundation difficu!ties and make it possibleHc) (illterpretationfor them tofromlive inSpanish):again Mr.assumePresident,the presidencyof Ecuador'sof this resumedinternationalsessionpolicy-principles strictly peace. Because of this,allowit is mein firsteveryofallwayto greetneces­you andof theto sayGt-neralhow pleasedAssembly.andYourconsistentlyexperience,maintained,skills and for whose respect and sary that an end be puttheto Dominicanall foreign delegationinterferenceis at prestigeseeing youguaranteepresidingthat theobservancework of thisEcuadorsessionhaswillspokenbe in different forums of and that the essential basesonceofmoreagreementover ourbework.estab­Yoursuccessful.very presence is a regional and world bodies. lished, as contained in guaranteedraft resolutionthat ourA/37/L.63,work will be104.carriedTheoutpmblemwith thebeing105.consideredThose principlestoday inare,thein particular, those of the moderation and wisdom which are one of your prime which. we shall support. Assembly is of serious concernsovereigntoequalityEcuadorofbecauseStates, reject~Qn of the threat or 94. Mr. KNIPPING VICTORIAattributes.(Dominican Repub- it nnvolves principles whichuseareofatforcethe inveryinternationalfoundationrelations, non-recognition Hc) (illterpretation from95.Spanish):The delegationMr. President,of the Dominicanof Ecuador'sRepublicinternationalhas of policy-principlesterritorial conqueststrictlyachieved through the use of allow me first ofall to greetcomeyou toandthistoresumedsay how pleasedsession to restateand consistentlyits firm positionmaintained,force,forandwhosethe respectpeacefulandsettlement of disputes. A the Dominican delegationonistheat subjectseeing youof Cyprus.presiding . observance Ecuador has spokencorollaryin ofdifferentthose forumspositionsofis our continued support once more over our work.96. YourFirstveryof all,presencethe delegationis a regionalof theandDominicanworld bodies.for any action by the international community aimed guarantee that our work Republicwill be carriedreiteratesoutitswithfullthesolidarity105. withThoseandprinciplessupport are,at inachievingparticular,thethosewithdrawalof the of foreign forces from moderation and wisdom which are one of your prime for the people and Governmentsovereignof the Republicequality ofofStates,territoriesreject~Qnthatof dothe notthreatbelongor to them. Ecuador, in attributes. Cyprus. We also wish to placeuse ofonforcerecordin internationalour listingrelations,the casesnon-recognitionin which such a withdrawal is required 95. The delegation of theprofoundDominicanconcernRepublicat the facthasthat,ofdespiteterritorialthe timeconquestthat achievedduring debatesthroughin the Uniteduse ofNations, has always cited come to this resumed sessionhas toelapsed,restate itspartfirmofpositionthe territoryforce,of theandRepublicthe peacefulof thesettlementcase ofCyptusof disputes.among theA others, such as Namibia on the subject of Cyprus.Cyprus. remains under foreign occupation.corollary ofThatthosesitu­positionsandisLebanon,our continuedthat existsupportin other parts of the world. 96. First of all, the delegationation clearlyof thedoesDominicannothing to bringfor anyaboutactionan byatmo­the international106. The communityGeneral Assemblyaimed and the Security Council Republic reiterates its fullspheresolidarityfavourablewith andtosupportthe solutionat ofachievingthe problemthe withdrawalof have ofadoptedforeigna forceslarge numberfrom of resolutions on this for the people and GovernmentCyprus. ofAccordingly,the Repuhlicmyofdelegationterritoriesfeelsthatthatdothenot belongquestionto aimedthem. atEcuador,achievingina just and lasting solution Cyprus. We also wishprimeto conditionplace on forrecordany solutionour listingto thetheproblemcases inis thewhich suchnot onlya withdrawalfor the isbenefitrequiredof the Cypriot people but profound concern at the factwithdrawalthat, despiteof allthethetimeoccupationthat duringforces.debates in the Uniteda;soNations,to eliminatehas alwaysthe conflictcited which involves imminent has elapsed, part of the 97.territoryAs forofthethe situationRepublicofofthe refugees,the case ofweCyptusconsideramongdangerthe others,for suchthe peaceas Namibiaand security of the eastern Cyprus remains under foreignthat itoccupation.is desirable Thatthat theysitu­ shouldand beLebanon,able tothatreturnexistinMediterranean.other parts of But,the world.unfortunately, those resolutions ation clearly does nothingvoluntarilyto bring toabouttheiranhomes,atmo­ with106.all dueTherespectGeneralforAssemblyhaveandnotthebeenSecurityimplemented,Council and this is precisely sphere favourable to thethesolutionhumanofrightsthe problemand fundamentalof have freedomsadopted aoflargeall numberwhy theof resolutionsviolation ofonthethissovereign rights of a State Cyprus. Accordingly, myCypriotsdelegation.. feels that the question aimed at achievingMembera just andof thelastingUnitedsolutionNations has continued. My country believes that until certain prerequisites are prime condition for any solution98. I alsoto thewishproblemto pointis theout notthat onlywe opposefor the anybenefit of the Cypriot people but withdrawal of all the occupation forces. a;so to eliminate the conflictmet,whichthis crisis,involveswhichimminentso seriously affects the Cypriot policy designed to alter the demographic structure of population, will go on. These prerequisites include 97. As for the situation Cyprus.of the refugees, we consider danger for the peace and security of the eastern that it is desirable that they should be able to return Mediterranean. But, unfortunately,respect forthosethe independence,resolutions sovereignty and ter­ voluntarily to their homes,99. withWe allfurtherdue respectbelieve forthat thehavede factonot beensituationimplemented,ritorialandintegritythis ofis Cyprus,preciselythe immediate withdrawal the human rights and fundamentalbrought aboutfreedomsby forceofofallarmswhyand theunilateralviolationmeas­of theofsovereignany foreignrightsmilitaryof a presenceState on the !sland and non­ Cypriots.. ures must not influence the solutkMemberil of theof problem.the United Nationsinterferencehas incontinued.the internalMyaffairs of that State, as this country believes that until certain prerequisites are 98. I also wish to point out that we oppose any met, this crisis, which so seriously affects the Cypriot policy designed to alter the demographic structure of population, will go on. These prerequisites include Cyprus. respect for the independence, sovereignty and ter­ 99. We further believe that the de facto situation ritorial integrity of Cyprus, the immediate withdrawal brought about by force of arms and unilateral meas­ ofany foreign military presence on the island and non­ ures must not influence the solutk.i of the problem. interference in the internal affairs of that State, as this 118th meeting-ll May 1983 1995 :s is the only way of achieving an understanding on island, but also by its participation in humanitarian st equal terms between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish work, such as the transfer ofGreek Cypriots from the Is Cypriot communities, under the auspices ofthe United northern to the southern part of the island. We also Nations, from which a peaceful settlement to the extend our praise and appreciation to the countries Jr problem can emerge guaranteeing the well-being and that are able to contribute to the maintenance of that le harmonious coexistence of those communities. Force. 118th meeting-ll May 1983 1995 ID 107. It has been encouraging' for my delegation to 1I3. Lastly, we wish to appeal to the countries con­ al is the only note,way ofas achievingis indicatedaninunderstandingthe report ofonthe Secretary­island, but alsocernedbywithits participationthis problem into complyhumanitarianfaithfully with the m equal terms General,between thatthe Greekthe intercommunalCypriot and talksTurkishare takingwork,placesuch asrelevantthe transferresolutionsofGreekof theCypriotsUnitedfromNations,the especially Cypriot communities,in a constructiveunder the auspicesand co-operativeofthe Unitedatmosphere.northernIt to Generalthe southernAssemblypart ofresolutionthe island.3212We(XXIX),also adopted it Nations, fromwouldwhichthereforea peacefulbe desirable,settlementas regardsto thethe pointsextendofour praiseunanimouslyand appreciationand endorsedto bythethecountriesSecurity Council in at problem candivergenceemerge guaranteeingidentified, theespeciallywell-beingin connectionand that withare ableresolutionto contribute365 (1974),to the maintenanceand other subsequentof that resolutions le harmonious coexistencefreedom of movementof those communities.and settlement and theForce.titles to of both bodies, which contain the basis for a solution property, that as soon as possible agreemeuts that iis 107. It has been encouraging' for my delegation to 113. Lastly,towethewishquestionto appealofCyprus.to theItcountriesis essentiaicon­to achieve the n- are viable and acceptable to the parties directly con­ withdrawal of the Turkish troops from the island note, as is indicatedcerned shouldin thebereportreachedof thein orderSecretary­to speedcernedup thewith thisbecauseproblemotherwiseto complytherefaithfullycan bewithno successthe for the General, thatprocessthe intercommunalof negotiationstalksandarearrivetakingatplacepositiverelevantresults. resolutionsefforts thatof thetheUnitedcommunityNations,of nationsespeciallyhave undertaken b­ in a constructiveIt wouldandbeco-operativehighly regrettableatmosphere.if the broadIt Generalfield ofAssemblyaimed atresolutionachieving3212a solution(XXIX),basedadoptedstrictly on the lId would thereforecommonbe desirable,interest thatas regardsmay existthewerepointstoofbejeopardizedunanimouslyprovisionsand endorsedofthebyCharterthe SecurityoftheCouncilUnited Nations,in provi­ 0- divergence identified,by disagreementespeciallyon a fewin connectionissues, howeverwith complicatedresolution 365sions(1974),thatandStatesotherinsubsequenta free andresolutionssovereign way pledge freedom of movementthose mayandbe considered.settlement andWhattheistitlesneededto is ofprogressboth bodies,to heedwhichwhencontaintheythebecomebasis forMembersa solutionof the Organ· property, thatin thoseas soontalksas atpossiblea high level.agreemeutsA stationarythat situation,to the questionization.ofCyprus. It is essentiai to achieve the 'In are viable andwithoutacceptableany toprogress,the partiesis directlydangerouscon­beca~~sewithdrawalthe of the Turkish troops from the island es cerned should be reached in order to speed up the because otherwise1I4. Mr.thereCHIKETAcan be no(Zimbabwe):success forAsthethe current ses­ ce problem then tends to be perpetuated and the occupier sion of the General Assembly draws to its concluding process of negotiationsmight evenandallegearrivethatatthispositiveconstitutesresults.acceptanceeffortsofthat the community of nations have undertaken on stages, allow me to pay you a very richly deserved It would bethehighlystatusregrettablequo. if the broad field of aimed at achievil1g a solution based strictly on the od common interest that may exist were to be jeopardized provisions oftribute,the CharterMr. ofPresident,the UnitedforNations,the admirableprovi­ manner in be by disagreement108.onThea fewRepublicissues, howeverof Cyprus,complicateda founding membersions thatof Stateswhichinyoua freehaveandpresidedsovereignoverwayits business.pledge those may betheconsidered.MovementWhatof Non-Alignedis needed isCountries,progress hastoenjoyedheed whenliS.theyThebecomequestionMembersof Cyprusof the Organ·has been brought the total support of the Movement, which hasization.enunci­ he in those talks at a high level. A stationary situation, before this resumed session ofthe Assembly for a num­ without anyatedprogress,its positionis dangerousin this connectionbeca~~se thein many of its Ise 114. Mr. CHIKETAber of reasons,(Zimbabwe):amongAswhichthe currentare: ses­the Assembly's problem thendocuments.tends to be Thus,perpetuatedrecently,andthetheSeventhoccupierConference of concern at the continued illegal military occupation of on Heads of State or Government of Non-AlignedsionCoun­of the General Assembly draws to its concluding t1y might even allege that this constitutes acceptance of stages, allowa melargeto partpay ofyouthea veryRepublicrichlyofdeservedCyprus by a foreign the status quo.tries~ held at New Delhi from 7 to 12 March 1983, Power; the international community's concern at the nd reiterated its full solidarity with the people andtribute,Govern­Mr. President, for the admirable manner in of 108. The Republic of Cyprus, a founding member of which you havelackpresidedof progressover itsin business.the intercommunal talks and ment of Cyprus and reaffirmed its respect for the the failure to implement General Assembly and the Movementindependence,ofNon-Alignedsovereignty,Countries,territorialhas enjoyedintegrity,115.unityThe question of Cyprus has been brought the total support of the Movement, which has enunci­ Security Council resolutions on Cyprus; concern for :he and non-alignment of that State. before this resumedthe credibilitysessionofofthe AssemblyUnited Nations,for a num­whose authority ated its position in this connection in many of its ber of reasons, among which are: the Assembly's or documents. Thus,109. recently,Since 1960,the Seventhwhen theConferenceRepublic ofof Cyprus was is being eroded and undermined by the defiance of a on created, Ecuador, also a democratic country,concernhasat the continued illegai military occupation of Heads of State or Government of Non-Aligned Coun­ a large part Memberof the RepublicState; andof concernCyprus byat thea foreigndegree and extent of tries~ held atexpressedNew Delhiits solidarityfrom 7 towithi2it.MarchThe report1983,ofthe United of Turkey's lack of respect for international law. The A Nations Mediator on Cyprus, of 26 MarchPower;1965,6the internationalinternationalcommunity'scommunity isconcernalso gravelyat the concerned reiterated its full solidarity with the people and Govern­ lack of progress in the intercommunal talks and ort ment of Cypruspointedandoutreaffirmedthe criteria,itsfullyrespectsharedforbytheEcuador, that about the violations of human rights by Turkey in the led a solution should be found to the Cypriot theproblemfailure occupiedto implementareas. General Assembly and independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity Security Council resolutions on Cyprus; concern for om and non-alignmentbased ofonthatjusticeState.and on the interests of the in­ in the credibility116.oftheTheUniteddelegationNations,ofZimbabwewhose authorityshares the concern habitants of that friendly country as a result of talks of previous speakers that it is now almost nine years red 109. Since between1960, whenthe thetwoRepubliccommunitiesof Cyprusthat constitutewas theis beingpopu­eroded and undermined by the defiance of a ted created, Ecuador, also a democratic country, has Member State;sinceandTurkeyconcerninvadedat the degreeand occupiedand extenta large part of lation of the island, .without the pressure of foreign Cyprus. Those nine years have been characterized bia expressed itsinterventionsolidarity withandit. TheunderreporttheoftheauspicesUnitedof theofUnitedTurkey's lack of respect for international law. The I. Nations Mediator on Cyprus, of 26 March 1965,6 internationalbycommunitycountless isviolationsalso gravelyof theconcernedhuman rights of the Nations. There can be no free discussions on the people of Cyprus, and the economy of Cyprus has pointed out thedestinycriteria,of afullypeople,sharedevenby whereEcuador,differentthat communi­about the violations of human rights by Turkey in the lcil a solution should be found to the Cypriot problem occupied areas.been adversely affected by this foreign occupation. :his ties are concerned, while foreign troops are present These have been years of defiance by Turkey of the based on justice and on the interests of the in­ 116. The delegation ofZimbabwe shares the concern ion habitants of onthatthefriendlyterritory.country as a result of talks international community's demands. but 110. Ecuador will resolutely support any draftof previousreso­ speakers that it is now almost nine years between the two communities that constitute the popu­ since Turkey117.invadedThe andAssemblyoccupiedmusta condemnlarge parttheof actions and ent lation of thelutionisland,based.withouton the above-mentionedpressure of foreignprinciples, as ern i! has done in keeping with the clear and well-definedCyprus. ThoseattitudenineofyearsTurkeyhaveandbeenits insensitivitycharacterizedto the suffering intervention and under the auspices of the United of the people ofCyprus, as displayed during the inter­ ons position that it has' maintained and continuesby countlessto violations of the human rights of the Nations. There can be no free discussions on the people of Cyprus,communalandnegotiations.the economyZimbabweof Cypruscannothas accept any lely destiny of a maintainpeople, evenon thewhereproblemdifferentof Cyprus.communi­ tate been adverselyattemptaffectedto legalizeby thiswhatforeignis illegitimate.occupation. ties are concerned,Ill. Onwhilebehalfforeignof mytroopsdelegation,are presentI wouldTheselike tohave been years of defiance by Turkey of the My on the territory. 118. The Government of Zimbabwe believes in the are commend the intelligent and tireless workinternationalof the community's demands. Secretary-General and his Special Representative, inviolability and sacredness of internationally recog­ riot 110. Ecuador will resolutely support any draft reso­ lution basedMr.on Hugothe above-mentionedGobbi, in the searchprinciples,for a solutionas 117.to thisThe Assemblynized nationalmust condemnborders theand actionsfirmly andsupports strict ude i! has done inproblem.keeping with the clear and well-defined attitude ofTurkeyobservance and itsof,insensitivityand respectto for,the sufferingthe principles of the ter­ position that it has' maintained and continues to ofthe peopleterritorialofCyprus,integrityas displayedand duringsovereignthe inter­independence of wal maintain on the112.problemI also ofwishCyprus.to underscore the significantcommunalrole negotiations.Member StatesZimbabweas enshrinedcannot acceptin theanyCharter of the lon­ which has been played by UNFICYP forattemptalmostto legalizeUnitedwhatNations.is illegitimate.We are, therefore, deeply concerned this 111. On behalf- 20 years,of mynotdelegation,only in maintainingI would liketranquillityto in the at the thr:eat to Cyprus's sovereign independence, commend the intelligent and tireless work of the 118. The Government of Zimbabwe believes in the Secretary-General and his Special Representative, inviolability and sacredness of internationally recog­ Mr. Hugo Gobbi, in the search for a solution to this nized national borders and firmly supports strict problem. observance of, and respect for, the principles of the territorial integrity and sovereign independence of 112. I also wish to underscore the significant role Member States as enshrined in the Charter of the which has been played by UNFICYP for almost United Nations. We are, therefore, deeply concerned - 20 years, not only in maintaining tranquillity in the at the thr:eat to Cyprus's sovereign independence, 1996 General Assembly-Thirty-seventh Session-Plenary Meetings territorial integrity and national unity. We are opposed point of departure for aggression against the Arab to and reject the direct or indirect use or threat of countries. force by any Power as a means of solving interna­ 124. The situation in the eastern Mediterranean has tional disputes. We therefore call for immediate com­ grown worse because ofthe strategic coalition between plian~e by Turkey with United Nations resolutions the United States and Israel and because of Israeli and the declarations of the Movement of Non-Aligned aggression against Lebanon, a fraternal country. And 1996 CountriesGeneralasAssembly-Thirty-sevenththe best means ofSession--Plenaryrestoring peace,Meetingshar­ now we see United States and Israeli naval and air mony and co-operation among all Cypriots, whatever forces acting as if they were the lords of the sea and territorial integrity and nationaltheirunity.origin.We are opposed point of departure for aggressionthe air inagainstthis region.the ArabThere is no doubt that the to and reject the direct or indirect use or threat of countries. build-up ofthe Sixth Fleet in the region win inevitably force by any Power as a 119.meansFinally,of solvingthe interna­Government124.of TheZimbabwesituationfullyin the easternlead to Mediterraneana steady deteriorationhas in the security of the tional disputes. We thereforesupportscall fortheimmediatecall forcom­the totgrowna" demilitarizationworse becauseofoftheeasternstrategicMediterranean.coalition between plian~e by Turkey with UnitedCyprus,Nationsas proposedresolutionsby that country's President at the United States and Israel125.andInbecausethe lightofofIsraelithis fact and of all these consid­ and the declarations of the theMovementAssembly's,of Non-~.\lignedtenth specialaggressionsession [ibid.],againstsinceLebanon, a fraternal country. And Countries as the best meansweofarerestoringconfidentpeace,that, har­left to themselves, the people erations, we see a clear link between the security of now we see United StatestheandArabIsraelicountriesnaval andand airthe secur'ty, sovereignty and mony and co-operation amongof Cyprusall Cypriots,will bewhateverable to find forcessolutionsactingto theiras if ownthey were the lords of the sea and their origin. problems. We wish, however, to caU upon the United non-alignment of Cyprus. The close interrelationship the air in this region. Therebetweenis nothedoubtsecuritythatconditionsthe existing in the region Nations to take all the necessarybuild-upmeasuresofthetoSixthensureFleet in the region will inevitably 119. Finally, the GovernmentCyprus'sof non-alignedZimbabwe fullystatus, sovereign independence and in the Mediterranean is going to have an impact on supports the call for the total demilitarization of lead to a steady deteriorationinternationalin the securitypeace andof securitythe whenever tension rises and territorial integrity againsteasternexternalMediterranean.threats and Cyprus, as proposed by thataggression.country's President at in our region. The delegation of the Syrian Arab the Assembly's· tenth special session [ibid.], since 125. In the light of this factRepublicand ofthereforeall these wishesconsid­to reiterate its concern at the we are confident that, left 120.to themselves,Mr. EL-FATTALthe people(Syrianerations,Arab Republic)we see a clear(in­ linkfailurebetweento reachthe securityan agreementof on the solution of the of Cyprus will be able to findterpretationsolutionsfromto theirArabic):own ThetheSyrianArabArabcountriesRepublicand thequestionsecur'ty,ofsovereigntyCyprus pursuantand to United Nations reso­ problems. We wish, however,hastothecaUgreatestupon thehopesUnitedfor a comprehensivenon-alignment ofandCyprus.just Thelutions.closeWheninterrelationshipwe review the successive reports of the Nations to take all the necessarysolutionmeasuresof the problemto ensureof Cyprus.betweenAtthethesecuritySeventhconditionsSecretary-General,existing in theincludingregion the latest one dated 6 May Cyprus's non-aligned status,Conferencesovereign independenceof Heads of Stateandorin theGovernmentMediterraneanof is going1983 concerningto have an hisimpactgoodonoffices [A/37/805 alld Corr./], and territorial integrity againstNon-AlignedexternalCountries,threats andheld atinternationalNew Delhipeacein Marchand securityit seemswheneverevidenttensionto usrisesthat the talks have sometimes aggression. 1983, the President of the Syrianin ourArabregion.Republic,The delegation1n been ofccntinuedthe Syrianand Arabsometimes been interrupted. In reviewing questions of internationalRepublic thereforeimportance,wishes toanyreiteratecase,itstheconcernsituationat thein Cyprus remains unchanged 120. Mr. EL-FATTAL (Syrianstated:Arab Republic) (in­ failure to reach an agreementandonlittletheprogres§solution hasof thebeen made in the substantive terpretation from Arabic): The Syrian Arab Republic question of Cyprus pursuantnegotiations.to United NationsThe areasreso­of disagreement clearly out­ has the greatest hopes for a comprehensiveH A neighbourandcountryjust of ours, Cyprus, is still suffering from the fact thatlutions.it is theWhenvictimwe reviewof a theweighsuccessivethose reportsof agreement.of the solution of the problem of Cyprus. At the Seventh Secretary-General, including the latest one dated 6 May Conference of Heads of Statepartition,or Governmentwhich has ofcaused severe hardship to 126. The resolutions of the Security Council and the thousands of its citizens. We1983 favourconcerninga peacefulhis good officesGeneral[A/37/805AssemblyandCorr.sinceJ],1974 have provided a unanim­ Non-Aligned Countries, held at New Delhi in March it seems evident to us that the talks have sometimes 1983, the President of the SyriansolutionArabwhichRepublic,would1nrestore the unity of Cyprus ously acceptable basis which could serve as a frame­ and enable its people to regainbeentheirccntinuednationalandunitysometimeswork beenfor theinterrupted.solution ofInthe question of Cyprus. By reviewing questions of international importance, any case, the situation in Cyprus remains unchanged stated: and complete independence and to live in peace in way of example, let me refer to General Assembly their island, in co-operationandwithlittletheirprogres§neighbours,has beenresolutionmade in 3212the substantive(XXIX). The international community, H A neighbour country ofwhileours,maintainingCyprus, is thestillnon-alignednegotiations.statusTheof areastheir ofanddisagreementparticularlyclearlythe membersout­ of the Movement of suffering from the fact thatcountry.it is theWevictimfavourof anegotj~tionsweigh thosebetweenof agreement.rep­ Non-Aligned Countries, have placed great hopes in this partition, which has causedresentativessevere hardshipof the twotoCypriot126. communitiesThe resolutionsunderof thefairSecurityand comprehensiveCouncil and theresolution which includes the thousands of its citizens. theWe auspicesfavour aofpeacefulthe Secretary-General,General Assemblyin accord­since 1974principlehave providedofnegotiationsa unanim­between the two communities solution which would restoreancethewithunityUnitedof CyprusNations resolutions."ously acceptable basis whichin couldthe contextserve asofa frame­the concept of the sovereignty, and enable its people to regain their national unity work for the solution of theindependencequestion of Cyprus.and territorialBy integrity ofCyprus and of and complete independence121.andTheto liveinterestin peaceconsistentlyin wayshownof example,by the Syrianlet me referthe withdrawalto General ofAssemblyforeign forces and non-intervention their island, in co-operationArabwithRepublictheir neighbours,in the questionresolutionof Cyprus,3212 (XXIX).whetherTheandinternationalnon-interferencecommunity,in the internal affairs ofCyprus. while maintaining the non-alignedwithin thestatusframeworkof theirof the United Nations or and particularly the members127. ofHowever,the Movementdespiteofthe relevant resolutions ofthe country. We favour negotiqtionsoutside the Organization,between rep­derivesNon-Alignedfrom its commitmentCountries, have placed great hopes in this resentatives of the two Cypriotto thecommunitiesCharter of underthe United Nations and to the General Assembly, starting with resolution 3212 fair and comprehensive resolution(XXIX)whichand theincludestwo high-levelthe agreements of 12 Feb­ the auspices of the Secretary-General,objectives of thein accord­principle ofprinciplenon-alignment.ofnegotiationsThatbetween the two communities ruary 1977 1 and 19 May 19792 , negotiations between ance with United Nationsinterestresolutions."is also explained by inthethefearscontextof theofSyrianthe concept of the sovereignty, Arab Republic that prolongation of the conflict might the two communities have hardly made any progress 121. The interest consistently shown by the Syrian independence and territorial commensurateintegrity ofCypruswithandtheof hopes which have been give rise to heightened tensionthe inwithdrawalthe regionofofforeignthe forces and non-intervention Arab Republic in the questioneasternof Mediterranean.Cyprus, whether expressed. within the framework of the United Nations or and non-interference in the internal affairs ofCyprus. 122. The strategic geographic location of the island 128. We again call upon the two parties to the negoti­ outside the Organization, derives from its commitment 127. However, despite the relevantations toresolutionsdo their utmostofthe to speed up the solution of to the Charter of the Unitedof CyprusNationsandanditstoproximitythe Generalto the Assembly,shores of thestarting with resolution 3212 Syrian Arab Republic underline the anxiety thatwe feel the dispute in the light of the resolutions of the objectives of the principle of non-alignment. That (XXIX) and the two high-levelGeneralagreementsAssemblyof 12andFeb­the Security Council and the interest is also explained byparticularlythe fears ofin Syriathe Syrianand in theruaryregion1977generally.1 and 19 May 19792 , negotiations between Arab Republic that prolongation of the conflict might the two communities have hardlytwo high-levelmade anyagreements.progress give rise to heightened tension123. inItthesnouldregionbe rememberedof the commensuratethat, more thanwithonce thein hopes129. Resolutionwhich have3212been(XXIX), which was adopted eastern Mediterranean. the past, military bases on Cyprusexpressed.have been used for unanimously by the General Assembly and endorsed the dispatch of aircraft and ships for invasion and by the Security Council in resolution 365 (1974), and 122. The strategic geographicaggresssionlocation againstof the islandthe Arab128.homeland~We againas callwasuponthe theothertwo partiesresolutionsto theconstitutenegoti­ the corner-stone of a just of Cyprus and its proximitycaseto inthe1956shoresand of1967.theTheationsArab topeopledo theirhaveutmostthe toandspeedlastingup thesolutionsolutionto theof question of Cyprus. Syrian Arab Republic underlinehighestthe anxietyesteemthatforwethefeelpeoplethe ofdisputeCyprusin andthe willlight of the resolutions of the particularly in Syria and in theneverregionforgetgenerally.the opposition Generalof both communitiesAssembly andtothe Security130. AllCouncilof theseandresolutionsthe have embodied inter­ the continued use of the territorytwo high-levelof Cyprusagreements.as a nationally recognized and agreed principles and 123. It should be remembered that, more than once in the past, military bases on Cyprus have been used for 129. Resolution 3212 (XXIX), which was adopted the dispatch of aircraft and ships for invasion and unanimously by the General Assembly and endorsed aggresssion against the Arab homeland~ as was the by the Security Council in resolution 365 (1974), and case in 1956 and 1967. The Arab people have the other resolutions constitute the corner-stone of a just highest esteem for the people of Cyprus and will and lasting solution to the question of Cyprus. never forget the opposition of both communities to 130. All of these resolutions have embodied inter­ the continued use of the territory of Cyprus as a nationally recognized and agreed principles and 118th meeting-ll May 1983 1997

lrab positions. There are three essential factors in these brotherhood and goodwill which have historically resolutions without which, in our view, a just and existed between them may be restored and may prevail lasting solution to the conflict is impossible. The first over all other considerations. has of these is the principle of respect for the sovereignty, 135. Mr. ZUMBADO JIMENEZ (Costa Rica) feen territorial integrity, independence and non-aligned raeli (illferpretatioll from Spanish): The importance that status of Cyprus and of non-interference in its internal Costa Rica has always attached to the question of And affairs. Clearly, this means, as118ththesemeeting-llresolutionsMay 1983have 1997 I air Cyprus stems from its solidarity with that small and positions. Therestated,are threethat essentialall foreignfactorstroopsinhavetheseto bebrotherhoodwithdrawn and. exemplarygoodwillcountrywhich andhavefromhistoricallyits position of principle and and that the foreign military presence has to be brought the resolutions without which, in our view, a just and existed betweenasthema signatorymay be restoredof Charterand mayofprevailthe United Nations. lasting solution toto antheend.conflictSecondly,is impossible.the constitutionalThe first regimeover allofotherthe considerations.We concur in what was stated before this Assembly, ably Republic of Cyprus concerns only the Greek Cypriots ~ the ofthese is the principle of respect for the sovereignty, at the thirty-third session, by the Minister for Foreign and Turkish Cypriots. That is why the General135. Mr.As­ ZUMBADO JIMENEZ (Costa Rica) territorial integrity, independence and non-aligned (illterpretatioll fromAffairsSpanish):of Cyprus,TheMr.importanceNicos Rolandis:that status of Cyprussemblyand of non-interferencehas always encouragedin its internaland welcomed any Isid­ negotiations and contacts carried out onCostaan equalRica has always"Cyprusattachedis oneto ofthethequestionsmallestofcountries in the affairs. Clearly, this means, as these resolutions have Cyprus stems fromworld,its solidaritybut the pursuitwith thatofsmallvirtueandhas nothing to do :yofstated, that all footing,foreign troopswith thehavegoodto officesbe withdrawnof the Secretary-Gen­ and eral, in order to bring about a political. exemplarysolutioncountrywithandsize.fromThereits positionis an equalof principlemoral value in a position and that the foreign military presence has to be brought as a signatory ofofCharterprincipleoftakenthe Unitedby a singleNations.individual as in that lship to an end. Secondly,acceptedthebyconstitutionalthe two communitiesregime ofandthe based on their :gion fundamental and legitimate rights, with Weno concurforeignin whattakenwasbystatedthe biggestbefore thisnationAssembly,in the world. For every Republic of Cyprus concerns only the Greek Cypriots at the thirty-third Cypriotsession,livingby theonMinisterthis planet,for Foreignthere are 7,000 people :t on and Turkish Cypriots.interferenceThat whatsoever.is why the GeneralThe thirdAs­factor concerns rises the return ofall refugees to their homes: thisAffairsis clearlyof Cyprus,ofMr.otherNicosnationalities.Rolandis: Yet we feel that our voice sembly has always encouraged and welcomed any can be heard loud and clear in thia Assembly ~ as long I\rab negotiations andan contactsessential factor carriedinoutthe onsolutionan equalof the conflict.•'Cyprus is one of the smallest countries in the It the world, but the aspursuitwe stayof virtueon thehassidenothingof justice."to do [45th meeting. footing, with the131.goodWeofficesshall refrainof the fromSecretary-Gen­comment on the details of para. 6.] . f theeral, in order theto negotiationsbring about ora politicalon the constitutional,solution withregional,size. There is an equal moral value in a position reso­ accepted by theeconomictwo communitiesand socialanddifficultiesbased on theirwhich impedeof principlesolu­ takenThosebywordsa singleremainindividualfully validas intoday.that fthefundamental andtionslegitimatebased onrights,the conceptswith no foreignset forth in takenthe reso­by the biggest nation in the world. For every May 136. Costa Rica has not had, in the course of its interference whatsoever.lutions of Thethe Generalthird factorAssemblyconcernsand theCypriotSecuritylivingindependenton this planet,existence,there arethe7,000painfulpeopleexperience ofbeing ,·r. J] ,the return ofall Council.refugees toHowever,their homes:it isthismyis dearlydelegation'sofdutyothertonationalities. Yet we feel that our voice times occupied by a foreign force, nor has it undergor_e the an essential factoremphasizein the solutionthe dangersof theinherentconflict.in the prolongationcan be heardor loudtraumasand clearwhichin thiathatAssemblyproduces~ asinlongthe character and d. In as we stay on the side of justice." [45th meeting. 131. Vie shall extensionrefrain fromofcommentthis conflict,on thesincedetailsthe essentialof basis for spirit of the people. Small and unarmed, Costa Rica mged international relations confirms that a fafl accompli.para. 6.] lntivethe negotiations or on the constitutional, regional, understands the importance of the adherence by the economic and socialhoweverdifficultiesprolonged,whichis noimpedeway tosolu­resilllveThosea disputewords remainStatesfullyMemLersvalid today.ofthe United Natiom: to the principles , out- and that delaying the solution of the problems is tions based on the concepts set forth in the reso­ 136. Costa Ricaof thehas Charter,not had, ofin whichthe courseit is ofa signatory,its particu­ lutions of the fraughtGeneralwithAssemblydangersandof thean explosionSecurity which would larly those that relate to respect for th/~ integrity and d the inevitably extend beyond the region and independentthe conflict existence, the painful experience ofbeing Council. However, it is my delegation's duty to occupied by a foreignsovereigntyforce,ofnorStates,has itnon-interventionundergor_e the in the internal mim­emphasize the dangerswould spread,inherentthusin theposingprolongationa threatorto international affairs of other States and the peaceful settlement of 'ame­ peace and security. traumas which that produces in the character and extension of this conflict, since the essential basis for spirit of the people.disputesSmallbetweenand unarmed,them. Costa Rica i. Byinternational relations132. Myconfirmsdelegationthat awouldfail accompli.again Iik~ to emphasize :mbly understands the137.importanceThe situationof the adherenceof Cyprus isbyinthefact- confirmation however prolonged,the needis noforwayevento resilllvegreater ainternationaldispute StateseffortsMemLersto ofofwhatthe Unitedthe Secretary-General,Nationf: to the principlesin his report on the work mity,and that delayingencouragethe solutionthe partiesof the involved-thatproblems is is, the two ot of of the Charter,ofofthewhichOrganization,it is a signatory,has said aboutparticu­the behaviour of fraught with dangerscommunitiesof an inexplosionCyprus-towhichspeedwouldup the larlyresumptionthose thatcertainrelate toStates:respect"Governmentsfor th/~ integritythat believeand they can win n thisinevitably extendofnegotiationsbeyond the betweenregion andthem,theunderconflictthe auspices ofthe :s the sovereignty of States,an internationalnon-interventionobjectivein theby internalforCE; are often quite would spread, Secretary-General,thus posing a threatontoa basisinternationalacceptable toaffairsbothofpar­otherreadyStates toanddotheso,peacefuland domesticsettlementopinionof not infre­ nitiespeace and security.ties and in a constructive manner, so that those ignty, disputes betweenquentlythem.applauds such a course" [A 1371 I. p. J]. negotiations may takeIik~place on an equal footing and in md of132. My delegation would again to emphasize 137. The situation138. ofToday,Cyprusalmostis in fact-a decadeconfirmationafter the beginning of the need for evenan atmospheregreater internationaloffreedom andeffortson thetobasis of specific ~ntion and comprehensive proposals made by theoftwowhatparties,the Secretary-General,that grave situation,in his reportthe effectivenesson the work and prestige of prus. encourage the parties involved-that is, the two of the Organization,the Unitedhas saidNationsabout intheitsbehaviourefforts toofinduce States to communities in inCyprus-toorder to reachspeedagreementsup the resumptionwhich would guarantee of the their essential and legitimate rights. Such negotiationscertain States: •'Governmentscontribute to improvingthat believethetheyworldcan winin which we must ofnegotiations between them, under the auspices ofthe an internationalliveobjectiveare oncebyagainforcp,putareto theoftentest.quite 3212Secretary-General,mustontakea basisplaceacceptablewith due respectto bothforpar­the independence, : Feb­ sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-alignedready statusto do so, and domestic opinion not infre­ ties and in a constructive manner, so that those quently applauds139.such~4fya course"delegation[A 1371hasI. p.supportedI]. the quest for a tweennegotiations mayoftakeCyprus,placeinonkeepingan equalwithfootingthe relevantand in United Nations peaceful solution to the question of Cyprus. It sup­ )gressan atmosphere ofresolutions.freedom and on the basis of specific 138. Today, almostporteda Generaldecade afterAssemblythe beginningresolutionof 3212 (XXIX), beenand comprehensive133. proposalsWe verymademuchbyhopethe twothatparties,the Secretary-Generalthat grave situation,whichthecalledeffectivenessupon allandStatesprestigeto respectof the sover­ in order to reachwillagreementsbe able to whichgive freshwouldimpetusguaranteeto thethenegotiatingUnited Nationseignty,in itsindependenceefforts to induceand territorialStates tointegrity of the egoti­their essential andprocess~legitimateas herights.statesSuchin hisnegotiationsreport [ibid.].contributeWe trustto improvingRepublic theof Cyprusworld inandwhichto refrainwe mustfrom all acts and ion ofmust take place thatwithheduewillrespectbe ablefor theto independence,encourage the twolivepartiesare onceto againinterventionput to thedirectedtest. against it. As a member of the )f thesovereignty, territorialdevise aintegrityglobal formulaand non-alignedcoveringstatusthe remaining139. issues.M:y delegationSecurityhasCouncilsupportedin thethatquestyear,forwea also resolutely Id theofCyprus, in keepingHowever,with theit isrelevanta matterUnitedof greatNationsregret peacefulfor us thatsolutionsupportedto the questionSecurityofCouncilCyprus.resolutionIt sup­ 365 (1974), in resolutions. the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprusportedhas beenGeneralwhichAssemblythe Councilresolutionendorsed3212Assembly(XXIX), resolution 3212 lopted133. We very unablemuch hopeto carrythatouttheitsSecretary-Generalwork despite its untiringwhichefforts,called upon(XXIX).all States to respect the sover­ lorsedwill be able to ,asgivenotedfreshbyimpetusthe Secretary-Generalto the negotiatingin his report.eignty, independence140. Costaand territorialRica, in humanintegritysolidarity,of the has supported ), andprocess, as he 134.statesLetin hisme reportconclude[ibid.].by sayingWe trustthat thereRepublicis a nf. ofd Cyprusthe differentand to refraininitiativesfromtakenall actsin connectionand with the a justthat he will be forableanto atmosphereencourage theoftwomutual·partiestrustto to interventiondis~' 1 any directedtragedyagainstof missingit. Aspersonsa memberin Cyprus,of the including co­ devise a global formuladistrust coveringthat may theexistremainingbetweenissues.the two communities,Security Councilsponsoringin that theyear,draftwe resolutionalso resolutelywhich became reso­ supported Security Council resolution 365 (1974), in inter­However, it is ana matteratmosphereof greatfreeregretfrom forforeignus thatinterference what- lution 37/181. In this connection, my delegation is the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus has been which the Council endorsed Assembly resolution 3212 i and - ever its purpose may be, so that the genuine trust, concerned by the statement in the Secretary-General's unable to carry out its work despite its untiring efforts, (XXIX). ,as noted by the Secretary-General in his report, 140. Costa Rica, in human solidarity, has supported 134. Let me conclude by saying that there is anI'. d the different initiatives taken in connection with the for an atmosphere of mutual trust to dis~'l any tragedy of missing persons in Cyprus, including co­ distrust that may exist between the two communities, sponsoring the draft resolution which became reso­ an atmosphere free from foreign interference what- lution 37/181. In this connection, my delegation is - ever its purpose may be, so that the genuine trust, concerned by the statement in the Secretary-General's 1998 General Assembly-Thirty-seventh Session-Plenary Meetings report that the Committee on Missing Persons in amicable settlement of the Cyprus question which Cyprus has not been able to make progress in the would allow the Turkish and the Greek communities discharge of its responsibilities. in .cyprus to live in safety, dignity and honour. 141. We therefore supportdraft resolution A/37/L.63, 149. Bangladesh firmly maintains that no solution which highlights the steps that have been taken since of the problem can be lasting unless it taltes into I 1998 theGeneraladoptionAssembly-Thirty-seventhofresolution 3212Session-Plenary(XXIX) withMeetingsa view to account the. legitimate aspirations and wishes of both finding a solution to this seriou~, problem which per­ the communities ofCyprus. Given the situation, it has report that the Committee onsistsMissingwithoutPersonsany prospectin amicableof settlementsettlementbecauseofofthe Cyprusbeen ourquestionconfirmedwhichbelif~f that the only realistic options Cyprus has not been able tothemakelackprogressof progressin thein thewouldintercommunalallow the talksTurkishandand openthe Greekto thecommunitiesGeneraA Assembly in the search for a discharge of its respons'bilities.because of unilateral measuresin .cyprustakentotolivechangein safety,the dignitysolutionand honour.are the continued encouragement of the 141. We therefore support draftdemographicresolution A/37/L.63,structure of Cyprus149. Bangladeshor to presentfirmlyfaits maintainsintercommunalthat no solutiontalks under the auspices of the Sec­ which highlights the steps thataccomplis.have been taken since of the problem can be lastingre.tary-General,unless it taltesbasedintoon the fundamental and legiti­ : the adoption of resolution 3212142.(XXIX)Mywithcountrya viewreaffirms,to accountas doesthe.thelegitimatedraft reso­aspirationsmateandrightswishesof ofthebothtwo communities in accordance finding a solution to this ser~ou~, problem which per­ the communities ofCyprus. Givenwith thethesituation,high-levelit hasagreements they themselves lution, the need for the question of Cyprus to be set­ 1 2 sists without any prospect oftledsettlementwithoutbecausefurtherofdelaybeenby ourpeacefulconfirmedmeansbeli(~finthat thereachedonly realisticon ~2 optionsFebruary 1977 and 19 May 1979 • the lack of progress in the intercommunalaccordance withtalkstheandCharteropenof theto theUnitedGeneralNations.AssemblyThosein theagreements,search foraiminga at the establishment of an because of unilateral measuresAstakena peace-lovingto changecountrythe solutionwhich rejectsare thethe continueduse of independent,encouragementbi-communalof the and non-'aligned Federal Republic of Cyprus, with full territilrial integrity, demographic structure of Cyprusforce,oratocountrypresentwhichfaits hasintercommunalno army, we emphasizetalks under the auspices of the Sec­ 'I accomplis. the importance of paragraphre.tary-General,4 of the draft resolution,based on the havefundamentalbeen welcomedand legiti­by the overwhelming majority 1 142. My country reaffirms, aswhichdoeswelcomesthe draftthereso­proposalmatefor totalrightsdemilitarizationof the two communitiesof the worldin accordancecommunity. -i lution, the need for the questionof the.of Cyprusisland madeto be set­by the withPresidentthe ofhigh-levelthe Republicagreements150. theyIt is unfortunatethemselves that the intercommunal talks ~2 1 2 :! reached on February 1977 and 19 May 1979 • 'I tled without further delay byof Cyprus.peacefulFormeansthe samein reason, we attach special have not so far made much progress. In his statement I accordance with the Charter importanceof the Unitedto Nations.paragraph 12,Thosewhichagreements,states thataimingthe at theto theestablishmentSeventh Conferenceof an of Heads of State or .~ As a peace-loving country whichde factorejectssituationthe usecreatedof byindependent,the force of armsbi-communalshould andGovernmentnon-'alignedof FederalNon-Aligned Countries, held at New b~ Republic of Cyprus, with full territilrial integrity, force, a country which has nonotarmy,allowedwe emphasizeto influence or in any way affect the Delhi last March, the head of our Government, ·1 the importance of paragraph 4solutionof the draftof theresolution,problem of Cyprus.have been welcomed by the overwhelmingLt. Gen. Ershadmajoritystated: . of the world community. I which welcomes the proposal for143.totalMydemilitarizationGovernment hopes that the adoption ofthis "We note with deep regret that the intercom­ of the. island made by the Presidentdraft resolutionof the Republicwill have favourable150. It isresults,unfortunateso richlythat the muna~intercommunaltalks betweentalksthe Turkish and Greek Cypriot I of Cyprus. For the same reason,deservedwe attachby the specialCypriot people,have notandsothatfar amaderenewedmuch progress.communitiesIn his statementhave made little progress so far. importance to paragraph 12, which states that the to the Seventh Conference of Heads of State or mandate' will be given to the Secretary-General so We would urge both the communities to engage in Ii de facto situation created by the force of arms should Government of Non-Aligned Countries, held at New I that, in accordance with his expressed intention, he meaningful discussions and apply themselves seri­ { not b~ allowed to influence ormayin anycontinueway affectto promotethe a justDelhiandlastlastingMarch,solutionthetohead ofouslyourto Government,the aim of reaching a mutually acceptable solution of the problem of Cyprus. Lt. Gen. Ershad stated: the grave situation which has for so many years agreement which would enable them to live in ,II 143. My Government hopes thatpreoccupiedthe adoptionthe internationalof this community."We note with deep regrethonourthat theandintercom­dignity within the framework of a draft resolution will have favourable144. Mr.results,WASIUDDINso richly (Bangladesh):muna! talksMr.betweenPresident,the Turkishfederatedand GreekCyprusCypriotwhere the rights of both the deserved by the Cypriot people,I wishandfirstthat ofa renewedall to take thiscommunitiesopportunityhaveto con­made littlecommunitiesprogress areso fullyfar. protected." I mandate· will be given to thegratulateSecretary-Generalyou on behalfso of theWeBangladesh would urgedelegation,both the communities151. Our positionto engageoninthis issue fuliy conforms with that, in accordance with his expressed intention, he meaningful discussions and apply themselves seri­ as well as on my own behalf, for the commendable the views expressed by the Secretary-General, 'I may continue to promote a justmannerand lastingin whichsolutionyou tohave conductedously to thetheworkaim ofofreachingthe mosta mutuallyrecentlyacceptablein his report of 1 December 1982 to the the grave situation which hasthirty-seventhfor so manysessionyears of theagreementGeneralwhichAssembly.would enableSecuritythemCouncil',to liveininwhich he stated that the inter­ preoccupied the international community.We are confident that underhonouryour ableandanddignityprovenwithincommunalthe frameworktalks stillofrepresenta the best available means leadership the current resumedfederatedsessionCypruswill achievewhere theof pursuingrights of abothconcretethe and effective negotiating I 144. Mr. WASIUDDIN (Bangladesh): Mr. President, I I wish first of all to take thisfruitfulopportunityand constructiveto con­ results.communities are fully protected."process with the object of achieving an agreed, just gratulate you on behalf of the 145.BangladeshAfter adelegation,period of a little151. overOurthreepositionyears,on thethis issueandfuliylastingconformssettlementwithof the Cyprus question. as well as on my own behalf,Assemblyfor the commendableis again consideringthe theviewsCyprusexpressedquestion,by the152. Secretary-General,Taking into consideration the delicate nature manner in which you have conductedand we thehaveworkbeforeof theus themostreportrecentlyof theinSecretary­his report of of1 Decemberthe negotiations1982 tobetweenthe the two communities, it thirty-seventh session of theGeneral.General Assembly. Security Council', in which hewouldstatedhavethatbeenthe inter­more prudent not to have had the We are confident that under your able and proven communal talks still represent thequestionbest availableof Cyprusmeansdisoussed at the current resumed leadership the current resumed146.sessionMay willI alsoachievetake thisofopportunitypursuing toa offerconcreteour and effective negotiating sincere felicitations to the Secretary-General for the session of the General Assembly. However, as the fruitful and constructive results. process with the object of achievingmatter isanbeforeagreed,us forjustconsideration and a draft reso­ dedication and perseveranceandthatlastinghe hassettlementdisplayedofinthe Cyprus question. 145. After a period of a littlepromotingover threeprogressyears, theunder very difficult conditions, lution on this issue has been submitted, we have to Assembly is again consideringindeed.the CyprusWe arequestion,gratified to 152.note fromTakinghisintoreportconsiderationthat expressthe ourdelicateviewsnatureon it. We find that draft resolution and we have before us the reporthe intendsof thetoSecretary­strengthen hisof thepersonalnegotiationsinvolvementbetween theA/37/L.63two communities,is not a balancedit one, as it does not fully General. within the framework ofhiswouldmissionhaveofgoodbeenoffices.more prudenttakenotintotoconsiderationhave had thethe situation that Cyprus found \tself in before 1974. It was then on the point of losing 146. May I also take this opportunity to offer our question of Cyprus disOtlssed at the current resumed 147. I would also like to conveysession ourof thedeepGeneralappreci­Assembly.its independenceHowever, asandtheits non-aligned character, which sincere felicitations to the Secretary-Generalation to the distinguishedfor the members of the Contact would most seriously have placed the Turkish Cypriot dedication and perseverance that he has displayed in matter is before us for consideration and a draft reso­ Group Qf the non-aligned countrieslution onforthistheirissueuntiringhas been communitysubmitted, inweperpetualhave to subjugation. promoting progress under veryeffortsdifficultand ceaselessconditions,endeavour. indeed. We are gratified to note from his report that express our views on it. We find153.thatWedraftareresolutionconvinced that a just solution which he intends to strengthen his148.personalBangladesh'sinvolvementpositionA/37/L.63on the Cyprusis not aquestionbalanced one,ensuresas itthedoesdeterminationnot fully ofthe rights and aspirations within the framework ofhis missionhas beenoffirmgoodandoffices.unequivocal.take Weinto haveconsiderationconsistentlythe situationof thethattwoCypruscommunitiesfound on an equal footing must be supported the independence,itself interritorialbefore 1974.integrity,It was thenfoundon theforpointensuringoflosingthe independence, sovereignty and 147. I would also like to conveysovereigntyour deepandappreci­non-aligneditsstatusindependenceof Cyprus.andWeitsarenon-alignedterritorialcharacter,integritywhichof Cyprus. We should emphasize ation to the distinguished membersacutely consciousof the Contactof the genesiswouldofmostthe seriouslypresent prob­have placedthe importancethe TurkishofCypriotthe communal talks and support the Group Qf the non-aligned countrieslem andfor hencetheir untiringhave alwayscommunityadvocatedin perpetualan early,subjugation.efforts that the Secretary-General is making in this efforts and ceaseless endeavour. 153. We are convinced that a just solution which 148. Bangladesh's position on the Cyprus question ensures the determination ofthe rights and aspirations has been firm and unequivocal. We have consistently of the two communities on an equal footing must be supported the independence, territorial integrity, found for ensuring the independence, sovereignty and sovereignty and non-aligned status of Cyprus. We are territorial integrity of Cyprus. We should emphasize acutely conscious of the genesis of the present prob­ the importance of the communal talks and support the lem and hence have always advocated an early, efforts that the Secretary-General is making in this 118th meeting-ll May 1983 1999 which regard. All other factors are of secondary consider­ on peace, justice and freedom, free of the ravages lUnities ation and should not have been reflected in the draft and devastation of war. resolution. These only reflect the position ofone side 160. For the Palestinian people, the great leader and iolution to the dispute and are likely to exacerbate feelings national hero of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios, re­ ,es into rather than produce an atmosphere of harmony, cor­ diality and a sense ofunity and understanding between mains a symbol of struggle, dignity and freedom. Like of both them. .118th I1lftting-ll May 1983 the Archbishop of Jerusalem,1999Hillari~n Cappuci, 11, it has Makarios endured imprisonment and suffered perse­ optionsregard. All other 154.factorsWearethereforeof secondaryfirmly believeconsider­that itonis thepeace,dutyjusticeof . cutionand freedom,because freeof hisofstrongthe ravagescommitment to freedom, h for aation and should notthe haveGeneralbeenAssemblyreflected toin r~generatethe draft theandmomentumdevastation ofjusticewar. and human dignity. ~Vhile struggling for the of theresolution. These towardsonly reflectan agreedthe positionsolutionofbyonebuildingside on160.the positiveFor the Palestinianrights andpeople,aspirationsthe greatofleaderhis ownand people, Makarios he Sec­to the dispute andfactorsare likelyand encouragingto exacerbateearlyfeelingsresumptionnationalof inter­hero of Cyprus,never failedArchbishopto speakMakarios,of the rightre­of the Palestinian d legiti­rather than producecommunalan atmospheretalks. Insteadof harmony,of blamingcor­ onemainspartyaor symbolthe ofpeoplestruggle,to dignityreturn andto theirfreedom.homelandLiketo live in freedom ordancediality and a senseother,ofunityweandshouldunderstandingurge both betweencommunities to engage in and human dignity.Hillari~n . them. . the Archbishop of Jerusalem, Cappuci, mselves meaningful discussions and to apply themselvesMakarios seri­endured imprisonment and suffered perse­ , 19792154.• We thereforeouslyfirmlywithbelievea viewthattoitreachingis the dutya ofmutually. acceptable 161. On 7 October 1975, addressing the thirtieth agreement. cution because of his strong commitment to freedom, ot of anthe General Assembly to r~generate the momentum justice and humansessiondignity.of the~~hileGeneralstrugglingAssembly,for thePresident Makarios Federaltowards an agreed155.solutionIn byconclusion,building onI wouldthe positiveurge therightsAssemblyand aspirationsto said: of his own people, Makarios I1tegrity,factors and encouragingtake an possible~arly resumptionmeasures tooffacilitateinter­ the progress of never failed to speak "Theof thepositionright ofofthemyPalestiniancountry on this issue is that majoritycommunal talks. Insteadintercommunalof blamingtalks,onethepartyonlyorviablethe coursepeoplelefttoforreturnan to their homeland to live in freedom other, we should urgeamicableboth settlementcommunitiesof theto engageCyprusinquestion. The Sec­ any sound settlement should be based on the with-. and human dignity. drawal of the Israeli troops from. all the territor:es tal talksmeaningful discussionsretary-General,and to applyin paragraphthemselves9seri­of his report to the ously with a viewSecurityto reachingCouncil~a mutuallyhas statedacceptablethat: "Time161.appearsOn 7toOctoberoccupied1975, addressingsince 1967 andthe thethirtiethrespect of the national :atement rights of the Palestinian people. Under no circum­ ~tate agreement. be eroding what some have called 'thesessionwindowof theofGeneral Assembly, President Makarios or stances can the acquisition of territories by force at New155. In conclusion,opportunity'I would tourgeresolvethe Assemblythe Cyprustoproblem."said: It is the ~mment, responsibility of all concerned not to let that window be condoned or military occupation be taken as take an possible measures to facilitate the progress of creating any rights... The situation remains grave intercommunal talks,be closed.the only viable course left for an "The position of my country on this issue is that any sound settlementand,shouldif no comprehensivebe based on theandwith-.just solution is fouad Itercom­amicable settlement156.of theTheCyprusPRESIDENT:question. TheTheSec­next speaker is the in the near future, there is a serious danger of retary-General, inObserverparagraphof9theof hisPalestirereport Liberationto the Organization.drawal of the Israeli troops from all the territor:es :Cypriot occupied since 1967conflagrationand the respectwithof incalculablethe national repercussions." so far.Security Council~ Ihascallstatedon himthat:in"Timeaccordanceappearswithto resoluticn 3237 [2378th meeting, para. 13.] be eroding what (XXIX);some haveof ~2calledNovember'the window1974. of rights of the Palestinian people. Under no circum­ ngage i!1 stances can the acquisition of territories by force ves sen­opportunity' to resolve157. thef\.fr.CyprusHUSSEINIproblem."(PalestineIt is theLiberation Organ­ 162. While yearning for the attainment of their own responsibility of all concerned not to let that window be condoned or military occupation be taken as :ceptable iliation): On behalf of the Palestine LiberationcreatingOrgan­any rights...freedomTheandsituationindependence,remainsthegravePalestinian people fully be closed. you~ th~ I live in ization [PLO], I would like to express toand, if noSir,comprehensivesupport andinalienablejust solutionrightis offouadCyprus to unity and Irk of 156.a The PRESIDENT:our deepTheappreciationnext speakerand gratitudeis the forinyourthe nearout­ future,independence,there is aandseriousalso todangerthe peacefulof coexistence of ooth theObserver of the standingPalestire personalLiberationroleOrganization.as President of theconflagrationGeneral withpeoplesincalculableof differentrepercussions."religions. The Palestinian people, I call on him inAssemblyaccordancein mspondingwith resolutknto the suffering3237 of[2378thour people.meeting,too,para.yearn13.] for a sec·ular society in Palestine, where (XXIX); of ~2 November 1974. Jews, Christians and Muslims can live together with rms with You, your Government and your people have taken a 157. f\.fr. HUSSEINIcourageous(Palestineand nobleLiberationposition,Organ­based162.on principle,While yearningequalforrightsthe attainmentand in dignity.of theirHenceown our support for ·General, the right of Cyprus and Cypriots of all religions arid 182 to thei~ation): On behalfandofhavethe Palestinetruly workedLiberationfor peaceOrgan­based freedomon justiceandandindependence, the Palestinian people fully ization [PLO], I freedomwould likefortotheexpressoppressedto you~PalestinianSir, supportpeople.th~YouinalienableethnicrightgroupsoftoCypruscoexisttowithunityfullandand equal rights and the inter­ in dignity. The artificial seeds of sectarian and tribal )le meansour deep appreciationhave takenand gratitudea leading forrole youras Presidentout­ ofindependence,the General and also to the peaceful coexistence of ~gotiatingstanding personalAssembly,role as Presidentand so itofhasthe beenGeneralwritten withpeoplesadmirationof differentconflict,religions.sownTheandPalestiniannurturedpeople,by our former colonial Assembly in mspondingand respectto theinsufferingthe annalsofourof people.Palestinian too,history.yearn for a sec·ularmasters,societymust andin Palestine,will be eradicated.where Peace and secu­ ·eed, just rity for all peoples on the basis of our historical 11. You, your Government158. Onand yourbehalfpeopleof thehavePLOtakenanda theJews,PalestinianChristians and Muslims can live together with courageous and noblepeople,position,I extendbasedto theon Governmentprinciple, andequalpeoplerightsofand tolerancein dignity.asHenceregardsourtraditionssupportandforculture will be re­ te natureand have truly workedCyprusforourpeaceappreciationbased on forjusticetheirandunswervingthe rightsupportof Cyprusinstitutedand Cypriotsand willofflourishall religionsonce aridagain. unities,freedomit for the ofoppressedthe PalestinianPalestiniancause.people.In our greatestYou ethnichour ofgroupsneed,to coexist with full and equal rights and ~ had thehave taken a leadingas werolewereas Presidentbesiegedofin theWestGeneralBeirut, thein dignity.PalestinianThe artificial163. Westernseeds ofimperialistsectarian andPowers,tribal in particular the resumedAssembly, and sopeopleit has beenreceivedwrittenaid andwithassistanceadmirationfromconflict,the peoplesownof andUnitednurturedStates,by ourseekformerto dominatecolonial the Middle East :r, as theand respect in theCyprus.annals ofMedicalPalestiniansupplieshistory.came throughmasters,Cyprus.mustThe andthroughwill be eradicated.the establishmentPeace andofsecu­military bases in the Iraft reso­ wounded were evacuated through Cyprus.rity Ourfor allfree­peoplesregion.on theWe basisreject ofthisourmilitaryhistoricaldomination. We want 158. On behalf of the PLO and the Palestinian the United States to get out ofour region, to remove its ~ have people,to I extend domto thefightersGovernmentwere warmlyand peoplereceiv~dofin Cyprus.toleranceWhenas regards traditions and culture will be re­ "esolution others turned their backs on t!le sufferinginstitutedand war­and willmilitaryflourish forces,once again.to remove its weapons of mass de­ Cyprus our appreciation for their unswerving support struction and suffering. The region must be free from not fullyof the Palestinian batteredcause. InPalestinianour greatestpeople,hour ofthisneed,small island, Cyprus, IruS found in spite of its grave problems, shared163.and Westerncarried imperialistthe threatPowers,of Unitedin Statesparticularinterventionthe and military as we were besieged in West Beirut, the Palestinian domination. Our region must be free of those threats t of losingpeople received aidtheandburdensassistanceand fromsufferingthe peopleof ourofPalestinianUnited cause.States, seek to dominate the Middle East :er, which Today, the Palestine cultural and informationthroughofficersthe establishmentso that weofmaymilitaryrebuildbasesourinwar-tomthe societies and Cyprus. Medical supplies came through Cyprus. The work towards and enjoy peace. lh Cypriotwounded were evacuatedwork outthroughof Cyprus.Cyprus.OurOurPalestinianfree­ region.cultureWeandreject this military domination. We want the United States to get out ofour region, to remove its dom fighters wereheritagewarmlylivereceivedtodayininCyprus.Cyprus. When 164. Cyprus should be an oasis ofpeace and freedom. others turned their backs on t!le' suffering and war­ military forces, to remove its weapons of mass de­ on which 159. The peoples of Palestine and Cyprusstruction shareandasuffering.It shouldTheberegionan islandmust beoffreestability.from It should not be Ispirationsbattered Palestinian. similarpeople,colonialthis smalllegacyisland,. BothCyprus,were subjected to British used by imperialist and colonial Powers for military in spite of its grave problems, shared and carried the threat of United States intervention and military g must be military occupation and colonialism. Bothdomination.have strug­Our regiondominationmust beandfreeoccupationof those threatsand intervention in the ~ignty the burdens and suffering of our Palestinian cause. and gled and sacrificed for theirfreedom and independence.so that we may Middlerebuild East.our war-tomThis wassocietiespreciselyandthe message of its ~mphasizeToday, the Palestine cultural and information officers Both have experienced the bitter fruitsworkof war,towardspar­ andspiritualenjoy peace.and national leader, Archbishop Makarios, upport thework out of Cyprus.tition andOurforeignPalestiniandomination.culture Yetandour peoples have and in these troubled times of conflict and war we re­ ng in thisheritage live today- neverin Cyprus.ceased to yearn for and aspire to a164.futureCyprusbasedshouldmemberbe an hisoasiswords:ofpeace and freedom. 159. The peoples of Palestine and Cyprus share a It should be an island of stability. It should not be . similar colonial legacy. Both were subjected to British used by imperialist and colonial Powers for military military occupation and colonialism. Both have strug­ domination and occupation and intervention in the gled and sacrificed for theirfreedom and independence. Middle East. This was precisely the message of its Both have experienced the bitter fruits of war, par­ spiritual and national leader, Archbishop Makarios, tition and foreign domination. Yet our peoples have and in these troubled times of conflict and war we re­ - never ceased to yearn for and aspire to a future based member his words: General Assembly-Thlrty-sevmtb ~PlenaryMeetings 2000 wish them peace based UWe want lasting peace, and lasting peace cannot our eternal gratitude. We and equality among all be based on force but only on the exercise of rea- '.- on tolerance, coexistence son, through mutual mspect and understanding. . ,peo·ples. Cyprus, located between three continents, could - The meeting rose at 5.40 p.m. then become a bridge ofunity in the whole region, as. Generslwas Assembly-Thlrty-sevmtbits aspiration when~Plenaryit joined Meetingsthe United Nations." [Ibid., para. 42.] "We want lasting peace, and165.lastingThepeaceUnitedcannotNationsourmusteternalmake gratitude.every effortWeto wish them peace based be based on force but only onmaintainthe exercisethe independence,of rea- '. on tolerance,unity and,coexistencesecurity of and equality among all NOTES son, through mutual mspect and understanding. ..peoples. Cyprus. The PLO will use its·good offices to assist in I 8ee Official Records of the Security COllncil, Thirty-second Cyprus, located hetween threethe attainmentcontinents,ofcouldthat goal. We are confident that the then become a bridge ofunity in the whole region, as. The meeting rose at Year,5.40 p.m.SlIpplement for April, May and JlIne /977, document people and Government ofTurkey also seek peace and 8/12323. para. 5. was its aspiration when itgoodwilljoined amongthe Unitedpeoples and do not want further con­ 2 Ibid., Thirty-'/lJlIrth Year, SlIpplementfor April, MllY .md JlIne Nations." [Ibid., para. 42.] flict and war in the region, which only serve to benefit /979, document S/1j369 and Add.l, para. 51. 3 Ibid., Thirty-eighth Year, SlIpplement for Janllary, February 165. The United Nations mustUnitedmake everyStateseffortimperialism.to lmd March /983, document 8/15556, annex, sect. IV. maintain the independence, unity and· security of NOTES 166. ·For too long the Middle East has endured war 4 A/38/132, annex. Cyprus. The PLO will use its·goodandofficesstrife, toimperialismassist in and colonial domination. It is .S See Official Records of the Secllrity COllncil, Twenty-ninth the attainment of that goal. We are confident that the I See Official Records of the SecurityYel",Council,SlIpplementThirty-secondfor JlIly, AlIgllst and September /974, document time now to allow the peoplesYear, Supplementof the Middlefor April,EaStMay and June 1977. document people and Government ofTurkeythealsoopportunityseek peacetoandrebuild their future in peace and S/11465. goodwill among peoples and do not want further con­ S/12323. para. 5 o Ibid., Twentieth Year, SlIppiem"rf jor Janllary, Febrllary freedom. 2 Ibid., Thirty..,/lJurth Year, SupplementlllldforMarchApril, /965,MtlY ,mddocumentJune 8/6253. flict and war in the region, which only serve to benefit 1979, document S/I;,369 and Add.l, para. SI.7 Ibid.• Thirty-:-:eventh Year, SlIpplement for October, NOl'ember United States imperialism. 167. From the dispossessed,3 Ibid.,persecutedThirty-eighthandYear,exiledSupplement for January, Fehmar)' people ofPalestine to the courageous people ofCyprus, lllld December /982, document 8/15502 and Add.1. 166. For too long the Middle East ha~ endured war cmd March 1983, document S/1SSS6, annex, sect. IV. 4 A/38/132, annex. a~d and strife, imperialism colonial domination. It is .5 See Official Records of the Security COllncil, Twenty-ninth time now to allow the peoples of the Middle EaSt Yetlr, Supplement for July, August tllld September 1974, document the opportunity to rebuild their future in peace and ~/1I46S. freedom. o Ibid.. Twentieth Year, Suppiem"rf jor January, Febrtlllry tmd March 1965, document S/6253. 167.. From the dispossessed, persecuted and exiled 7 Ibid.• Thirty-uventh Yetlr, Supplement for October, NOl'ember people ofPalestine to the courageous people ofCyprus, cmd December 1982, document S/15502 and Add.1.