Processes in all sectors of the economy -and this will require also effective institution-building in the field of the environment. Those three paints provide a formidable challenge to most developing nations. To restructure the economic system along market terms, to develop a pluralistic political system with the active participation of all, and to change the developmental perspective, takinq fully into account long-term environmental sustainability, will not be an easy task. There is, however, in our view no alternative. Even if developing countries were to do it alone, this would be the agenda for change if these countries are determined to make the 1990s the decade of revitalization of growth and development. The developing countries will not stand alone, however, in meeting these challenges. Their national efforts will be supported by the developed countries. I should like here also to emphasize a few points of crucial imPDrtance to my Government • The first is that it must be clearly recognized that the responsibilitv for an international economic environment favourable to the interests of the developing countries lies primarily with the major develoPed countries, whose economic policies are of crucial importance to the world economy. As already stated by the Foreign Minister of Ireland, the European Community, as one of the major economic BCT/ASW A/S-18/PV. 8 84-85 (Mr. Mortensen, Denmark) entities, is already pursuing policies in the areas of trade and comnodi ties, which clearly shows our determination to provide further oPPOrtunities to our developing-countrv partners. The establishment of the single market will create a new momentum for exPOrts from developing countries. The second point is that there is a strong need for increased official development assistance, especially in support of the adiustment efforts of the poorer developinq countries. Mv Government is seriouslv concerned with the staqnation fl~s of official ~velopment assistance during the last decade. 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the challenges and opportunities for developing countries to restructure their economic systems, develop pluralistic political systems, and prioritize long-term environmental sustainability. The text also emphasizes the role of developed countries in supporting the efforts of developing countries through international economic policies, trade, and development assistance. This suggests that the text is primarily focused on economic development and international cooperation.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade