hamper the over-all development of these otherwise rich, talented and industrious peoples and countries. Mankind is deprived of their full contribution to the economy, culture and science of the world and to its peace and security, just at a time when it is in the greatest need of them and when, without such a contribution, mankind finds it ever more difficult to satisfy some of its primary interests and needs. 104. On the other hand, for its part, instead of being a factor of coexistence and equitable co-operation between its own people and the neighbouring Arab peoples, with whom it is bound by fate in the same area, Israel devotes a huge part of its energies to means of war and occupation, undermining thereby its own true national interests, while its position in the international community is constantly deteriorating. 105. It is high time for the simple truth to be realised that in “one and an ever smaller world” no one can fare well because someone eIse fares badly, and that the maintenance of the present state of affairs is not in Israel’s interest either. 106. My delegation fully agrees that the gravity of the situation, the seriousness of this debate, and the imperative need to do all in our power to overcome the present state of paralysis and to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East by making the most careful use of all existing and potentially favourable and useful elements, wherever they may be found, make it incumbent upon us to approach our common task with the deepest sense of responsibility. 107. Proceeding from these considerations, we have again noted that we are, in fact, confronted with two policies, On the one side is the policy of the Arab Republic of Egypt and other Arab States, which is a policy of basic orientation 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on the impact of political conflicts on the development and well-being of nations and peoples. It highlights the consequences of war and occupation on economic, cultural, and scientific progress, as well as the importance of cooperation and peaceful coexistence. The text also emphasizes the responsibility of nations to approach their tasks with a sense of responsibility and to make the most careful use of existing elements to advance the cause of peace.

**Category**
International relations, Culture