changes in the international economic system to do justice to the interests of the developing countries. There must be no delay in adopting a new, more imaginative and flexible attitude with a view to forging a new world in which a life of Prosperity and freedom is a reality for all people. BHS/PLJ A/S-18/PV. 9 32 Mr. NGOUBEYOU (Cameroon) (interpretation from French) : The delegation of Cameroon, although speaking at this late stage of the debate, nevertheless is most pleased to associate itself with the congratulations extended to Ambassador Garba, who has been so positively presiding over this special session, which is historic and decisive for all mankind. But what additional contribution can 1 make on behalf of the Cameroon to that spirit of concord which we have seen for nearly a week now, which has included the interesting contributions of a number of delegations and geographic groups, in particular the statement made by the Chairman of the Group of 77, which reiterated the concerns of the developing countries after the decade of the 1980s and at the dawn of a new decade which is beginning in a more promising international context. Does not the independence of Namibia, whose admission as the 160th Member of the United Nations we reioice in welcoming, fit into this context? I should like to take this opportunity to renew our appreciation to Mr. Javier Perez de Cuellar, the Secretary-General of our Organization, for his outstanding contribution to the Namibian cause and for his efforts with regard to the holding of this special session. Finally, my delegation must pay a tribute to the Chairman of the Preparatory Committee, His Excellency Mr. Constantine Zephos, and the members of his bureau for the successful way in which they discharged the mandate entrusted to them.*
**Analysis**
The text discusses the international economic system and its impact on developing countries, mentioning the independence of Namibia and the efforts of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. This suggests that the topic is related to international economic development and cooperation.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade