if they are going to be observers, whether they can take the initiative as negotiators, as mediators or as members of a good-offices group. 163. Lastly, for all those who are in this forum and who guide policy for the maintenance of world peace, it would be very easy-if they should so wish, in good faith-to find in the introduction to any text on political law and in the first Articles of the Charter of the United Nations the fundamental bases for proceeding to the peaceful search for solutions that would guarantee regional stability, non-intervention in the affairs of coun- tries, putting a halt to violence, the prohibition of arms trafficking and the withdrawal of foreign advisers. Undoubtedly, those constitute points of agreement or disagreement, sowing turbulence in the region. 164. Upon specific instructions from my Government, I propose to the Council that we move from words to deeds. We are prepared, if desired, after the necessary consultations take place, to search for a place for us to meet with the sponsorship of all the democratic countries of the continent, if they wish. We are prepared to do that, We could accept any forum, 165. We have international commitments, and the Charter of the United Nations itself, in Chapter VIII, clearly establishes that regional, subregional and conti- nental organizations have the duty to help maintain and strengthen this international system. That is why we have kept the OAS informed of all our efforts and of all our differences, We do not want to forsake it, because we respect the international commitments we have under- taken. If we did not believe in the OAS, we would have to denounce it legally, each people exercising its sovereign right to participate or not in any international organisation. 166. In sum, I should be grateful if it could be specifi- 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing international relations, regional stability, and the role of organizations in maintaining world peace. The speaker refers to international law, the United Nations Charter, and the Organization of American States (OAS), indicating a focus on international governance and cooperation.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief