speakers in this context was expressed the other day [,3353rd /neefirq] by the representative of Belgium, the country which currently holds the presidency of j the European Community. I 1.5. We have in particular whole-heartedly supported the skilful and relentless efforts of the Secretary- General to bring about a peaceful settlement. He deserves the highest tribute for the way in which he has used his good offices. In my Government’s view, he has to the fullest extent possible underlined the great peace-keeping potential inherent in his high office. In view of the significant progress he was able to achieve, we consider that his efforts should be resumed urgently on the basis of a forma1 mandate of the Security Council, on which the primary responsi- bility for the maintenance of international peace and security is conferred. 16. A concrete and specific mandate of the Council would give the continuation of his efforts both a new basis and enhanced authority, thus improving the chances of finding the earliest possible solution of the present crisis in full conformity with resolution 502 (1982) and1 without prejudice to the outcome of further negotiations between the parties. 17. It must be recalled that the two most urgent and pressing requirements of resolution 502 (1982) are the demands for an immediate cessation of hostilities and an imlmediate withdrawal of all Argentine forces from the islands. 18. In vilew of the horrifying news reaching us every day from the battleground, we are deeply concerned that the longer the fighting lasts the deeper the feelings of bitterness and aversion will be, the gloomier the dangers of a widening of the conflict and the Fore remote the chances for an honourable, peaceful solu- tion will Ibecome. We therefore express our ardent hope that the fighting will come to a halt, and we 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement from a government representative, likely related to a specific international crisis or conflict. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating that the topic is likely of international significance. The mention of the European Community, the Secretary-General, and the Security Council suggests that the topic is related to international relations and diplomacy. The specific mention of a crisis, hostilities, and a resolution (502) also indicates that the topic is likely related to international security and peacekeeping.

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Humanitarian aid and relief, International relations