confident that the emergence of Namibia to independence will usher in an era of peace, progress and harmony for its people. The Minister of Planning and Development of Bolivia has already made known the views and positions of the Group of 77, which my delegation fully supports. However, I should like to further elaborate certain aspects of this special session that are of importance to my delegation. The convening of this special session of the General Assembly devoted to international economic co-operation, in particular to the revitalization of economic growth and development of developing countries, is very timely, as it provides us with an opportunity to collectively address and meet the challenges of development for the 1990s. RH/3 A/S-18/PV. 4 9-10 (Mr. Omar, Malaysia) The world is at a crossroads as we begin the last decade of the twentieth century. We have witnessed dramatic oolitical transformations in an atmosphere of international detente between the super-Powers, and the unimaginable triumPh of the concerted voice of peoples in various societies. The improved climate, coupled with the enhanced 1role of the United Nations, has brought about increasing optimism on the prospects for the resolution of disputes and conflicts in IrBny flashpoints of the world. It is a sobering thought, though, that there are still critical conflicts to be resolved such as those in Cambodia, Afghanistan, South Africa and Palestine. In Palestine, the issue is further aggravated by the immigration of Jews from the Soviet Union, displacing Palestinians from their homelands. Positive evolutionary trends en the political front have not been matched by similar advances on economic and social issues. The great challenge before us ~ that all countries, developed and developing, should seize the opportunity at this propititious juncture, when the world is no longer locked in en an East-West divide, to create new and more opportunities for real and sustained multilateral 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the theme of international economic cooperation, highlighting the importance of resolving conflicts and promoting development for the 1990s. It touches on global issues such as the impact of immigration on the Palestine conflict and the need for countries to seize opportunities for growth and cooperation. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a focus on international relations and development.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade