anachronism of history that so manv people live in poverty and underdevelopment, after we, the Member States, have pledqed to oo-operate in solvinq international economic, social and humanitarian problems. Proqrammes of economic transformation will not succeed without populations that are healthy, educated and trained, with skills to adapt to constant technoloqical improvements. JB/34 A/S-18/PV. 6 161 (Mr. t.nul tr ie, Bahamas) The personal involvement and interest of the Secretary-General and the appointment of his Special Representative afford an opportunity for the international community to consider seriously the conveninq of an international conference on debt involvinq all parties. In the present situation of declining financial flOI\fs, many have become more dependent on trade as the most important potential source of foreiqn-exchanqe earninqs. Some developing countries have been able to tap into the present expansion of the international economy, but for the most part, the less fortunate have been grapplinq with depression and disorder as they face 101\f prices and protectionism in the form of non-tariff barriers aqainst their products. Accordinq to the W::>rld Bank, the income cost to developing countries of industrialized-country restrictions may be almost twice what they receive in official development assistance. Exp:>rt-or ien ted grOI\fth is an important element for the qrOI\fth and development of all countries. It is the hope of my delegaticn that the successful conclusion of the Uruguay Round will result in greater liberalization of trade and lead to new opportunities for developing countries, enablinq those that depend so heavily on trade to make headway in their development. Trade still remains an important vehicle for reducinq the economic qap between rich and poor countries. We hope that the inteqration of the markets of the larqe industrialized countries will not result in new forms of protectionism but lead to new markets for developing countries. Continued South-South co-operation also Provides siqnificant ootential 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the challenges faced by developing countries in achieving economic development, citing poverty, underdevelopment, and dependency on trade. It also touches on the need for international cooperation, debt relief, and trade liberalization to address these issues. The text seems to be focused on the economic aspects of development, but also mentions the importance of education and training.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade