achieve" as an element we are sometimes lacking, but for which we should always strive. Another thing is the picture of the enemy which has persisted over so many decades in regional as well as universal contexts, and which in the first years of my presence here was very elaborate and colourful. Today we have a chance to change, thanks to the process induced by creative forces which have developed a new perspective, a new thinking, even in the most unbelievable places. All States represented in this room have lived for decades with clear pictures of their enemies which were ossifying their way of doing diplomacy. But it seems that the peoples of the world have become tired of the way diplomats have been painting things. I think we should try hard to learn that we can live without our traditional tableaux of enmity. We should in all sincerity try to identify our true and objective security needs in the light of the changes as being different from our perceived or even thought-of security requirements. History will punish not only those who come too late, but those who identify their real security needs too late. I know I have spoken too long, but he whose heart is full - you know the rest. I part from you, my dear colleagues, with very sincere and best wishes for your personal happiness, but also with the expectation that the day may come when you find yourselves together in achieving one great task that until today has eluded us, with a success which will honour all of you, and will give you your deserved place in history. CD/PV.554 7 The PRESIDENT : I would like to thank Ambassador von Stiilpnagel for a highly thought-provoking farewell statement, as well as for the very kind and 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a farewell statement by an ambassador, reflecting on the state of international relations and the need for a shift in perspective. It touches on the importance of recognizing true security needs and the potential for change. The language used is diplomatic and philosophical, suggesting a focus on international relations and global politics.

**Category**
International relations, Culture