American territories and coasts, the installations of foreign military bases as well as all threats, attacks and hostile acts against Nicaragua. . . “The Co-ordinating Bureau expressed its deep concern over the new escalation of these acts and condemned the reported mining of Nicaraguan sea- ports which has caused the loss of human life and heavy material damage and which endangers inter- national navigation. It expressed its firm opposition against any measure directed towards a blockade of any State ‘of the region. 6‘ . . . “The Co-ordinating Bureau welcomed Nicara- gua’s firm commitment to peace expressed through its latest initiatives and reiterated its solidarity with the Govemment.of National Reconstruction and the people of Nicaragua in their struggle to defend their sovereignty, territorial integrity and their right to independence.” 22. Ever since the Central American region became another focal point of international tension, the Gov- ernment of India, as indeed the vast majority of the international community, has cautioned against re- course to military means in seeking solutions to re- gional problems. We have consistently advocated dia- logue and negotiation as a peaceful means to reduce tensions and to bring stability to the area. It is an established lesson of history, particularly the tragic history of this troubled and hapless region, that peace and progress can be constructed only upon the founda- tion of an acceptance of political and socio-economic pluralism, scrupulous observance of the principles of non-intervention and non-interference in the internal affairs of States and an appreciation of the inherent and deep-rooted problems typical to the region; they cannot rest upon the exclusion of one State or another from the mainstream of regional development on one pretext or the other, nor can they be sustained on the strength of pressures, threats or blandishments. 23. In this context the world has looked with much 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or communiqué discussing regional tensions and conflicts, specifically the situation in Nicaragua. It expresses concern over military actions and threats, and advocates for dialogue and negotiation to reduce tensions and promote stability. The text does not mention specific economic, environmental, or social issues, but rather focuses on international relations and regional security.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief