be costly to many of our Member States. We have a duty to make sure that no nation is crippled simply because it stood for the principles of international order. The United States has worked with other nations to co-ordinate an international effort to provide assistance to those desperately in need. The passing of the cold war has meant many things, but above all, it has meant a rebirth of hope. The horizons of democracy, of human rights, of national dignity and of economic progress have all been extended, and the result has been a rebirth of the United Sations as well. Suddenly, the vision of the Charter and the promise of international co-operation do seem within reach. In Central America, in Namibia, an8 perhaps, hopefully soon, in Cambodia and Afghanistan, this Orgadzation makes signal contributions as a peacemaker. We are beginning to control at last the proliferation of conflicts, major and minor, that have exacted so high a price from humanity. $F/9 WPV.2943 32 (Mt,Baket, Now, together, we all confront a supreme challenge to the United Nations and to all that it represents, for if this Organisation is to fulfil its mission, if peace is to prevail, then Iraq's leader simply must not be allowed to gain from his assault on decency and his assault on basic human values. We must do what justice, what honour and what international peace demands we must reverse Saddam Hussein'8 brutal aggression. Mr. DUM$& (FranceIt At the outset, allow me to express to you, Sir, our satisfaction at seeing you presiding here and guiding our work, which has elready been described as historic. Those congratulations are extended to you personally, es au outstanding figure in all respects, ana also to your country, with which my own is linked by very strong and long-standing friendly relations. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement about the United Nations and its role in addressing global issues, specifically the crisis in Iraq. The speaker is emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and the need to address the humanitarian consequences of war. The text does not mention economic development, natural resources, industry, transport, communication, international trade, health, education, employment, or culture. It does mention humanitarian aid and relief, which suggests that the category related to humanitarian aid and relief is a good fit.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief