consultations, has discussed some of these ideas without reaching specific agreement ‘on the method of achieving the desired reforms. We hope that the present anniversary celebration will provide a renewed impetus for more research and more creative efforts to crystallize those ideas and translate them into practical forms that will contribute to reinforcing the Council’s effectiveness in the discharge of its responsibilities. 219. The great significance of the fortieth anniversary of the United Nations lies in the renewal of adherence to the principles of the international organization, faith in the credibility of collective action and fidelity to the purposes and principles. of the Charter. Guided by those principles and seeking to reach those objectives with a view to enhancing the ability of the Organization and increasing the effectiveness of its main body in maintaining intema- tional peace and security, Egypt will put forward during the current session its initiative and practical views as a token of renewed faith in the system of collective security, the pillar of the Organization since its establishment. 220. The tasks entrusted in the coming decades to the United Nations, and particularly the Security Council, will largely concern the fulfilment of its responsibiiities under the Charter in settling international disputes, especially those which. threaten international peace and security. Dozens of resolutions adopted by the Council, represent- ing a basis of international unanimity which should be respected and implemented, still await effective mecha- nisms through .which to do this. For example, the Coun-’ cil’s resolutions on the Middle East and the Palestinian question still lack the practical and executive mandatory measures necessary in the absence of a serious response by the parties concerned. Furthermore, resolutions enabling the Palestinian people to exercise its right to return and to self-determination remain unimplemented because of the 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing the role and responsibilities of the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, in maintaining international peace and security. It mentions specific issues such as the Middle East and Palestinian question, and the implementation of resolutions. The tone is formal and emphasizes the importance of collective action and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter.

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International affairs, Humanitarian aid and relief