international co-operation if we are to meet the challenges of the 1990s. In this context, I cannot but emphasize the importance of global inteqra tion and the role of the United Nations in promoting a comprehensive solution to the problems we face. The international community stands at a historic crossroads. We can either llgnore the alarms that have been sounded and repeat the frustrating failures of the ' Past or seize this opportunity to forge international co-oPeration to stabilize the world economy and revitalize the development process. ~ delegation believes that BHS/PLJ/ga A/S-18/PV.lO 22 (Mr. Min, MYanmar) the relaxation of political tensions and military rivalry between the major Powers and their allies provide us with a golden opportunity to focus on developmental issues. Let us seize it. The PRESIDENT: I should like, on behalf of members, to welcome very warmly the delegation of Namibia, particularly their Foreign Minister, Mr. Theo-Ben Gurirab, who will be speaking from this rostrum for the first time. We know how hard Mr. Theo-Ben Gurirab fought for the independence of his country. It is a personal honour for me to welcome him as he addresses the Assembly for the first time. Mr. GURIRAB (Namibia): Sir, I should like first of all, in the name of my delegation and the free and independent Namibia, to congratulate you on your election to the presidency of the eighteenth special session of the General Assembly. Your election is a fitting tribute to you personally and an honour to your great country, Nigeria, which, along with the front-line States and other progressive forces, toiled with the Namibian people during our struggle for self-determination, national independence and social justice. Your personal role, contribution and accomplishments in international affairs, and indeed in the 
**Analysis**
The text discusses international cooperation, global integration, and the role of the United Nations in addressing the challenges of the 1990s. It also mentions the relaxation of political tensions and military rivalry between major powers, which could lead to a focus on developmental issues. The speech by the Foreign Minister of Namibia, Mr. Theo-Ben Gurirab, congratulates the President of the General Assembly and welcomes the opportunity to focus on developmental issues.

**Category**
International trade, Economic development