The life of privation and poverty that is the lot of more than two thirds of mankind cannot be allowed to continue. Therefore we must strongly support the developing countries in solving their economic and social problems by promoting RH/11 A/S-l8/PV.4 48 (Mr. Alkhade r, Yemen) solid international co-operation. This co-operation must be based on justice and equity to permit all countries, rich and poor, to participate on an equal footing and without discrimination. We believe it necessary to continue the Uruguay Round on nul til ate r al trade. Studies and estimates indicate that developing countries will suffer from a grave lack of development financing in the foreseeable future, if the flow of development assistance is not restored to its previous levels. Prospects for development will remain almost nonexistent whatever the efforts exerted by developing countries. Similarly, the pressure brought to bear b¥ certain developed countries on international and regional financial institutions and banks, particularly the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to impose politically motivated conditions on developing countries impede both economic development projects and planning, as well as international co-operation. Therefore, the efforts of Governments, multilateral institutions and commercial banks with large surpluses in developed countries must be redoubled to increase resource flows for developing countries. The policy of IMF must also take into account the needs of all countries in terms of production and employment, together with the political, economic and social circumstances of each country. The deterioration of the environment is one of the gravest problems threatening the whole of mankind. The erosion of the ozone layer, drought and desertification are posing problems with disastrous consequences to the existence and development of entire communities. It is a problem of concern to both developing and developed countries. In this connection, we attach great importance 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the need for international cooperation to address economic and social problems faced by developing countries, particularly in relation to development financing, trade, and environmental concerns. It highlights the importance of addressing these issues to ensure the well-being of all countries and communities. Given the focus on economic development, international cooperation, and environmental concerns, it is likely that the text falls under one or more categories related to these themes.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade, Natural resources and environment