which have been proved effective by history. We will also help advance the international situation in the direction favourable to peace and development. Facts will further prove that an independent, stable and prosperous China will make a greater contribution to human progress. Mrs. L~DRY (Canada): The timing of this special session is opportune, as it will help to set the framework for economic co-operation and development strategies in the 1990s. It comes also at a time of tremendous change in the world around us. In this context it is with great pleasure that Canada welcomes Namibia to our midst as the 160th Member of the United Nations and its participation for the first time in the General Assembly and in this important endeavour. For many, the decade of the 1880s was an extremely difficult one. It is therefore with hope and a firm desire to avoid past mistakes that we look forward to the promise of the 1990s. It is fitting that we, as representatives of our RM/11 A/S-18/PV. 3 48 (Mrs. Landry, Canada) national Governments, take this time to discuss ways to strengthen economic co-operation and to lay the basis for sound national policies that will lead to sustainable growth and development. As we embark on this last decade of the twentieth century our world is becoming ever more interdependent. We all share responsibility for creating favourable international economic conditions and for strengthening international co-operation. The importance Canada attaches to this co-operation and to the special session of the General Assembly is reflected in the paper Canada presented outlining many of our views and ideas on these issues. A number of principles for international economic co-operation and development bear repeating: all humanity has a basic right to life free from hunger, poverty, 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of international economic co-operation and development, with a focus on strengthening economic ties and promoting sustainable growth. It also touches on the theme of peace and development, and mentions the role of China's economic growth in contributing to human progress. The text does not specifically mention natural resources, environment, agriculture, forestry, fishing, industry, transport, communication, health, education, employment, humanitarian aid, or culture.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade