and co-operation between the two countries. Also, you have demonstrated great skill and prudence in contributing to the solution of many regional and international problems. We recognise your untiring effort8 to find satisfactory solutions to many an outstanding problem. The crisis between the two sister countries, Iraq and Kuwait, developed at an important historical juncture that marked the end of a phase of tense international relations and culminated in an end to the era of cold war and ideological strife between the two major blocs. Indeed, it has marked the beginning of the end with regard to the military alliances of East and West. The basic positive aspect of that important historical development has been the shift from confrontation to co-operation. On the other hand, however, it has shifted the focus of contra8iction to the economic field in the area of North and South relations. The economic gap between the poor and the wealthy nations has wiaened to such an extent that it now poses the threat of dire consequences that may plunge the world into calamity. The features of the new phase of international relations and the new international order have started to emerge in the form of a number of laws and contexts that are becoming apparent in the new international relations. The application of the principles of the Charter of the United Nations by the organs of the world Organisation falls within this context. This is especially so with regard to the Security Council as the international organ responsible for the maintenance of international peace ana security, the peaceful settlement of disputes, respect for international law as a basis for the relations between States SS/jf s/w.2943 12 QkdiUUi= Yemen) and the expansion of co-operation on the basis of the fundamental tenets of respect 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic speech or statement, discussing international relations, cooperation, and the emergence of a new international order. It touches on themes such as economic gaps, the end of the Cold War, and the role of international organizations. Given the focus on international relations, global issues, and the United Nations, it seems likely that the text is related to a category that encompasses these themes.

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