primarily due to the relaxation of East-West relations. Furthermore, chanqes in the qlobal economic structure leadinq to its nulti polarization have become more visible, with a qrowinq economic interdependence amonq nations, the emerqence of a process of economic inteqration and trade blocs in Western Europe and North America and the inteqration of Eastern European countries into the world economy. JSM/jf A/S-18/PV. 6 152 (Mr. Veloso, Mozambique) Environ men tal problems also became a major concern for the international community during the late 1980s. It is against this backdrop that the special session-should be seen as a forum in the search for a collective and co-operative commitment by the whole international community to a pasitive outcome of the unfolding challenges, and above all, the return of growth and development to the top of the international agenda. Revitalization of the economic QrCMth and development of the developing countries is the issue at the heart of the special session. The present favourable trends in the international pal itical climate, mar ked by a progressive reduction in the number of conflicts, should be consolidated and expanded to all reqions of the world. Peace would brinq about stability and promote democracy and Pluralism in all countries and pave the way for more dynamic international economic co-operation, thereby stimulating economic complementarities among countries, serving mutual interests and advantages and prorroting lasting and long-term co-oPeration. The international economic environment is an indispensable factor with a tremendous impact on the overall performance and health of the economies of the developing countries. A favourable and most supoortive external environment is urqentlv required for the removal of present obstacles to the process of revitalization and growth in developing countries, Particularly through actions on such vital and Pressing questions as the provision of substantial external financial resources for develoPment, especially on a ooncessional basis; the adoption of a more 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the global economic landscape, highlighting the shift towards multi-polarization and the need for international cooperation to promote economic growth and development. The text also touches on the importance of a favorable international environment for developing countries, including the provision of external financial resources and the adoption of a more supportive external environment. The text does not explicitly mention natural resources, agriculture, industry, transport, communication, health, education, employment, humanitarian aid, or culture. However, it does mention environmental concerns and the promotion of democracy and pluralism, which could be related to education and human rights.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade