co-operation of the! Amazonian countries. I refer here to the Declaration of Manaus of 6 May 1989 by the Presidents of the Amazonian countries and the sixth Ministerial Meetinq held in March 1989 in Brasilia. My delegation therefore welcomes the forthcoming discussions on this matter in the Preparatory Commission for the World Conference, in 1992 in Brazil. RH/14 A/S-18/PV. 6 64-65 {Mr. Seooc, Suriname) This special session has enabled us to discuss and examine the premises on which our international economic relations are built. With the passage of time, we have seen old assumptions erode, and new ones are required, based on today 's realities. We cherish the hope that a new development consensus can be reached geared towards the strengthening and enhancing of international economic co-operation and mul tilateralism, as well as the unique role of the United Nations as a universal forum for economic dialogue and co-operation. Mr. PIREK (Czechoslovakia): I wish on behalf of the delegation of the Czech and Slovak Federal Republic to congratulate the President on his election and to exPress llf{ conviction that under his wise guidance our deliberations will result in fruitful conclusions. I should also like to extend my delegation's thanks to the Preparatory Committee of the Whole and to its Chairman, Mr. Zepos, for their work, which in our view constitutes a good basis upon which this eighteenth special session of the General Assembly may build. We congratulate the Republic of Namibia on its admission as a Member State of the United Nations. This is a truly historic event, and we should like to express our appreciation of the role played bv the United Nations in the process that has led to Namibia's independence. ~ country has always supported the efforts of the Namibian people to achieve freedom and independence and is ready to develop 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement made at a United Nations special session, discussing international economic relations, cooperation, and development. The speakers mention specific events and agreements, such as the Declaration of Manaus and the Preparatory Commission for the World Conference, which suggests a focus on international economic issues.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade