impose formulas on the future of the Malvinas which may extend great-Power confrontation to the South Atlantic. In fact, the Brazilian Government remains convinced that the fate of the South Atlantic can only be one of friendly and peaceful co-operation among the coastal developing countries of Latin America and Africa, based on the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. In the present crisis, therefore, any solutions not likely to contribute to the attainment of that objective and any that attract to the South Atlantic interests or activities alien to it must be avoided. 85. Sir Anthony PARSONS (United Kingdom): First let me extend to you and your delegation, Sir, Our warmest congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. It is of course a great pleasure for us to have the delegation of your great country, our friend and ally, presiding over- our proceedings during this particularly difficult period. I should like also, at the same time, to extend our most heartfelt thanks to the representative of China and his delegation for the patience and diligence with which they looked after our affairs during an exceptionally busy month, 86. I pay a tribute once again to the Secretary- General for the efforts he has made during the past few days to bring about the implementation of resolu- tions 502 (1982) and 505 (1982). The fact that it has not proved possible to negotiate mutually acceptable terms for :a cease-fire is in no way the fault of the Secretary-General. We has again displayed the highest qualities demanded of his office. ’ 87. I have said before-but it cannot be repeated too often--that the current breach of the peace was caused by Argentina. It was Argentina that closed the diplomatic channel on 1 April, It was Argentina 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or speech, discussing the ongoing crisis in the South Atlantic, specifically the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom. The text emphasizes the importance of peaceful co-operation among coastal developing countries and the need to avoid solutions that may attract great-power confrontation. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the text is a statement made by a government representative or an international organization.

**Category**
International relations, Politics