countries can attribute their prosperity remain today the major threat to the global environment, depleting stratospheric ozone and contributing to global warming and rising sea levels. As our developing countries continue the march towards industrialization through our efforts to diversify, we would welcome assistance in acquiring environmentally sound and appropriate technologies. Economic pressures resulting from the debt burden, deteriorating terms of trade and falling export-commodity prices greatly constrain our efforts at environmental conservation and illegal-drug eradication, both of which require substantial financial and technical resources. We hope that at this special session the industrialized nations will reaffirm their willingness to oo-operate bv contributing to the creation of a favourable international economic environment to bring renewed growth and the resources critical to the preservation of our common heritage. International economic co-operation is necessary to create fair trading regimes, stimulate investment and thereby encourage diversification. The guarantee of fair market prices for our major export commodities would mean greater profits retained by our producers, who would find it less lucrative to engage in the illicit production, supply and trafficking of narcotic drugs to the major consumer societies traditionally situated in the industrialized nations. In a world of growing interdependence, multilateral forums such as the United Nations play an increasingly large role in promoting the competitiveness of our States. Policies that guarantee access to markets and ensure an adequate transfer BM/11 A/S-18/PV. 9 44-45 (Mr. Rogers, Belize ) of science and technology are translated into the improved quality of life and eventual modernization of our economies. We are encouraged bv the level of international support given to the initiatives that seek to reverse trends towards protectionism and to establish a fair and durable multilateral trading system in accordance with the principles set 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the challenges faced by developing countries in achieving prosperity while conserving the environment and combating illegal drug production. It highlights the need for international cooperation to create a favorable economic environment, promote fair trade, and ensure access to markets and technology. The text also touches on the importance of science and technology transfer in improving the quality of life and modernizing economies.

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