To achieve this, a new spirit and solidarity must be injected into international relations. Commitments are needed from Member countries. The success of such a process wil have as a prerequisite the revitalization of economic growth in developing countries. The revitalization of economic growth and the development of developing countries require that the necessary measures be taken for the improvement of the international economic environment. There will be need for agreement to be reached on actions to be implemented to correct the problems that led to stagnation, and in some cases <Ecline, in the economic performance of developing countries in the BCI'/jg A/S-18/PV.6 49 (Mr. Obure, Kenya) 1980s. There will also be need to agree on action; to be taken to put these economies on a stable growth path, taking into account the changes that are taking place. The strengthening of international economic co-operation will require a more effective role for multilateral institutions and mechanisms. A<; the unique forum in which the community of nations can address all issues, we look forward to the successful convening of UNCTAD VIII in 1991, the Conference on Environment and Development in 1992 and the Conference on population in 1994. This special session is devoted to increasing international economic co-operation for the benefit of all. Kenya believes strongly that the spirit of co-operation by all should prevail during our undertakings in future. Mr. AL-SHAKAR (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): First, I wish to express to Ambassador Joseph Garba our sincere congratulations on his election to preside over the eighteenth special session of the General Assembly. The exceptional skill and wisdom that have characterized his presidency of the forty-fourth session and the two special sessions of the Assembly are the best guarantee that this special session will achieve satisfactory and successful 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on international economic cooperation, development, and growth, with mentions of revitalizing economic growth in developing countries, improving the international economic environment, and strengthening international economic cooperation. It also references specific conferences and events related to these topics.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade