proposal of the President of Peru, in a message to the President of Argentina, to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and to the Secretary-General of the United Nations. 101. The delegation of Colombia wishes to repent the appeal it has already made, jointly with Costa Rica and Ecuador, for a peaceful, practical and effective solution. 102. In the present conflagration in the South Atlantic, the circumstances are so serious and the IOSS of innocent young lives so tragic that we must act swiftly. Our delegation would like to refer to two specific points: first, a proposal to the Council that it impose an immediate cease-fire; and, secondly, n reaffirmation of confidence in the work that the Scc- retary-General has been doing and a request that 11~ continue, with an official mandate from the Council. his efforts to bring about a suitable settlement of the present serious situation. His devotion to the CBUSL’ of peace, his prudence and his ability to offer valuable advice are the best means of halting the armed #conflict and bringing both Governments back to dialogue and negotiations. 103. The PRESIDENT (intr~~~~~~frrfi(,,l ~f;.~~!n C’ki- nr.vt>): The next speaker is the representative of El Salvador. I invite him to take a place at the Council table and to make his statement. 104. Mr. ROSALES RIVERA (El SalvadorI firrtrrplcttrtion ,fiom Spanish): Sir, the prudence. skill and diplomatic experience which have characterized your actions within the United Nations are sure guar- antees of the success with which you will conduct the proceedings of the Council during your presidency. 105. My delegation would like to extend its best wishes to Foreign Minister Costa Mendez. of Argen- tina, and to Foreign Minister Illueca, of Panama. who are present in this chamber. 106. My first words are to thank the Council fol 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a proposal or statement made in a United Nations Security Council meeting, likely in response to a conflict or crisis in the South Atlantic. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with a focus on promoting peace, ceasefires, and dialogue between governments. The text does not mention any specific economic, environmental, or scientific issues, but rather emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and the role of the United Nations in resolving conflicts.

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