respect. They include strengthening the co-ordination and co-operation between the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Secretary-General, ensuring the imple- mentation of Security Council resolutions and supporting the Secretary-General in his active efforts in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and the man- date of the Council. In our view, these proposals contain a considerable number of constructive ideas which merit further study. We sincerely hope that the Council will con- tinue its efforts to enhance its efficiency and fulfil its duties and that concrete results can be achieved at an early date. 249. In order to strengthen the rule of the United Nations as a whole, we believe that, apart from the func- tions of the Security Council, it is imperative to enhance those of the General Assembly-an essential point that must not be neglected, since the Assembly has a wider representation compared with the Council. In recent years, the General Assembly has adopted a number of important. resolutions on maintaining peace and security, opposing aggression and upholding justice, thanks to the efforts of the third world and small and medium-size countries. The overwhelming majority of Member States have called strongly for the strengthening of the role of the General Assembly. China supports this proposition. 250. As a founding Member of the United Nations and a permanent member of the Security Council, China is fully aware of the heavy responsibilities it shoulders. In the activities of the Organization and the Council, China has always abided by the purposes and principles of the Char- ter and devoted itself to the just cause of the maintenance of international peace and security. Pursuing an indepen- dent foreign policy, China has developed its relations with countries all over the world in line with the five principles 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing the United Nations and its organs, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the Security Council, General Assembly, and Secretary-General. It highlights the importance of cooperation and strengthening the organization's functions to maintain international peace and security.

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