We must all give tie Arab countries all supmrt, understanding and encouragement. We must all take several steps away fram that precipice. The reaffirmation of the central role of the United Nations and the eschewing Of unilateral actions will contribute to a move in that direction. Net country 58/7 s/m?. 2934 22 (Mr. Rereali, Malaysia) would wish to see a Eurther deterioration of the situation and all would nou appeal to Irag to abide by Security Council resolutions 660 (19901 and 661 (1990) and heed the call of its Arab and Muslim brothers to end its occupatim of Kumit. Mr. LX Daoyu (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese deleqation, like many other delegs tions, is shocked at the Pecent actions of Iraq. We wish to reiterate here that the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Kuwait must be restored and respected, that Security Council resolution 660 (1990) must be Lnplemented immediately and effectively, and that IPag should withdraw all its troops from Kuwait immediately and unconditionally. We believe that the annexation of a sovereign State constitutes a gross vlolatfon of the United Nations Charter and the basic norms governing international relations, and therefore cannot be allowed. Based on that position, we voted in favour of &aft resolution S/21471. In the meantime, we have noted with 3oy that an emerqency Arab summit will be held today. We always support the mediation efforts of the Arab Stetes and hope that the stnaarit will yield positive results t so as to help reach a Waceful solution to the current dispute. we call upon all concerned parties to exercise restraint and refrain frcm taking any actions that might further complicate the situation, in order to restore peace and stability in the Gulf reqion. MP. ALARaN de QUEMDA (Cuba) (interpretation from Spanish): I will be 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement by representatives of various countries at the United Nations, addressing the situation in the Gulf region, particularly the occupation of Kuwait by Iraq. The speakers emphasize the importance of restoring Kuwait's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and call for the implementation of Security Council resolutions and the withdrawal of Iraqi troops. The discussion focuses on international relations, diplomacy, and conflict resolution, rather than specific economic, social, or cultural issues.

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