53. The right of Nicaragua to an existence in peace should be respected. The Council can do no less than uphold the right of countries and peoples to choose their own political, social and economic systems. Equally, the Council must deplore in the strongest terms the actions of those countries which have arrogated to themselves the role of conduits for the destabilization of other coun- tries. The right of Nicaragua to security under the Char- ter must be upheld. 54. It is clear that a viable and lasting solution to the problems of that region lies not in the policies of aggres- sion and interference in the internal affairs of other States but in the realization that, in the long run, respect for territorial ‘integrity and independence, non-interfer- ence and non-intervention in the domestic affairs of States and the non-use of force or threat of force are the key elements of peace and stability. 55. In this regard there are several initiatives already put forward by countries of the region, in particular the initiative by the Governments of Colombia, Mexico, Panama and Venezuela,2 which are attempting to elabo- rate a framework within which the prevailing problems can be solved through negotiations. While no consensus exists on those initiatives, in particular among the parties to the conflict, they nevertheless contain positive ele- ments on which broad agreement is possible and provide a more sensible alternative to continued tensions and conflict.. 56. Consistent with this position, my Government has ex- pressed support for the offer by Nicaragua, on the basis of the third part of the Mexican proposal, to sign non- aggression pacts with all its neighbours of the Central American area in order to ensure the peace and internal stability of the zone. As a corollary to this, commitment by the international community to respect the arrange- 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations, politics, and security, specifically in the context of Central America. It highlights the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries, and promoting peaceful solutions to conflicts. The text also mentions specific initiatives and proposals, such as non-aggression pacts, which suggests a focus on diplomatic and political efforts rather than economic or social development.

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International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief