the development process nust be translated into tangible action in the 1990s, with a special emphasis on education and training, health and nutrition, and adequate housing. In this respect, the United Nations and the specialized agencies have an important part to play. We are all here to renew our commitment to, and our confidence in, the world Organization. BHS/dl A/S-18/PV. 4 107 (Mr. Celac, Romania) The international community finds itself at a turninq point. We have to make a vital choice: either we give in to the temptation of selfish economic interests or we choose the road towards qreater international co-operation, qenuine partnership and human solidarity. The outcome of this special session will larqely depend on it. Mr~ BERNAROO FLOREZ (Colombia) (interpretation from Spanish): I should like first of all, on behalf of the Government of President Barco and on behalf of the people of the Republic of Colombia, to offer my cordial conqratulations to the young Republic of Namibia on its admission to our international oommunity and to pay tribute to its valiant struggle over so many years in its quest for independence. Ten wasted years in the development of a larqe number of third-world countries, as well as an uncertain future, are more than enouqh reason to convene this special session of the United Nations General Assembly, the purpose of which is to examine how to return to a world where the economic proqress and social development of our countries are not only on the agendas for discussion but become a reality in this last decade of the twentieth century. We come here today with mixed feelinqs of frustration and hope. Never before, as in the last few years, have so many goals been stated, has so much been written and have so many declarations been made about the urqent need to achieve proqress 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of international cooperation and the need to make tangible progress in areas such as education, health, and housing. It also mentions the need to address the economic and social development of third-world countries, suggesting that economic development and humanitarian aid and relief are key themes. The tone is one of hope and frustration, emphasizing the need for action to achieve progress.

**Category**
Economic development, Humanitarian aid and relief, Education, Health