relations. Is it not true that democracy is a sure basis for national development? Likewise I believe that international co-operation based on democratic relations between States can be an important catalyst for equitable global economic development yielding benefits for all. In such an equation of global relations the whole will inevitablY be shown to be greater than the sum of its parts. If we proceed at this session with such an appreciation and with commitment, we can take cnnfidence in the fact that there is now nuch to show that this Organization can play a useful and effective role. In an era of critical change it has ~monstrated its ability to be an effective manager in that process. Admittedly this special session was not intended to be a negotiating forum, None the less it can reach, through an E!lliqhtened exchange of ideas, a clearer understanding of what can and must be done to infuse new life into the world economy, itself undergoing a process of rapid transformation. This meeting should therefore forge a broad commitment by all States -of the North and of the South - to oo-operate for the cnmmon weal. Good results here can later serve as a basis for formulating specific guidelines to any negotiations required. At this critical stage we can do no less. To refuse to act and to insist on the status quo would be self-defeating and disadvantageous to us all. JVM/18 A/S-18/PV. 4 85 (Mr. Jackson, Guyana) In conclusion, let me say that the second millennium will beqin as we choose: either treading accustomed, albeit deficient, paths; or, as Guyana would much prefer, taking those collective steps which would set us firmly and irrevocably on the road to strengthened international co-operation for the benefit of all humankind. RH/19 A/S-18/PV.4 86 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of international cooperation and democracy in achieving national and global economic development. It emphasizes the need for collective action and strengthened cooperation among states to address the challenges of the world economy. The text does not mention specific sectors such as agriculture, industry, or transport, but rather focuses on the broader theme of economic development.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade