make its contribution, so long as it is given the means to do so. That will be the topic of the talks to take place in Washington, D. C. in the next few days concerning an increase in our quotas. JB/18 A/S-18/PV. 9 77 (Mr. Camdessus, IMF ) I apologize for having perhaps gone beyond my time-limit, but I wanted to share both my concerns and my hopes - hopes that with this newly acquired wisdom, this new deal and this new contract we can help to improve human conditions throughout the world. The challenges are enormous, but so are the opportunities. Let us pool our efforts in order better to take advantage of these opportunities. A®ND A ITEM 3 (continued ) CREDENTIALS OF REPRESENTATIVES TO THE EIGHTEENTH SPECIAL SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (b) REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE (A/S-18/13) The PRESIDENT ; I now invite members to turn their attention to the draft resolution recommended by the Credentials Committee in paragraph 19 of its report. I shall now call on those delegations wishing to speak in explanation of vote on the recommendation of the Credentials Committee. May I remind delegations that, in accordance with General Assembly decision 34/401, explanations of vote are limited to 10 minutes and should be made by delegations from their seats. Mr. QURESHI (Pakistan) •• In regard to the report of the Credentials Committee before the General Assembly in document A/S-18/13 of 26 April 1990, my delegation wishes to put on record its formal reservations to the credentials of the delegation representing Afghanistan at the eighteenth special session of the General Assembly, devoted to international economic co-operation, in particular to the revitalization of economic growth and development of developing countries. In view of the decision taken by the Organization of the Islamic Conference 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international economic cooperation and development, specifically related to the revitalization of economic growth and development of developing countries. The mention of quotas and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggests that economic development is the primary focus.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade