that once the arms race is ended a new leaf will be turned in the field of international co-operation, since considerable sums will be freed that may contribute to the economic growth and development of all countries, and especially the developing countries. I would not like to conclude without referring to the role of the United Nations system in co-ordinating all of the efforts designed to brinq about equitable economic co-operation among all the different countries of the world. RM/29 A/S-18/PV. 4 139-140 (Mr. Van Dunem, Anqola) The People's Republic of Angola hails all of the initiatives aimed at strenqtheninq this important international Organization, which has played such a qreat role in the quest for solutions to our problems. I should also like to avail YrfiSelf of this opportunity to thank the United Nations for all the support that has been given the People's Republic of Anqola as a result of the adoption, at the forty-fourth session of the United Nations General Assembly, of the resolution on international assistance for the economic rehabilitation of Anqola (General Assembly resolution 44/168) .' I appeal to all countries to increase their support in that respect. We are fully aware that the new chapter in international co-operation that is being opened today will lead to a new staqe in the creation of what we all desire, namely, a new international economic order. Once again, I should like to wish the President the qreatest success in leadinq the deliberations of the special session. BCT/dl A/S-18/PV.4 141 Mr. THOAHLANE (Lesotho): It continues to be emotionally satisfying to my delegation to see Ambassador Joseph Garba directing the affairs of this special session. We have no doubt that with his proven diplomatic abilities and capabilities he will steer us on our present course to a very successful 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the potential for international cooperation and economic growth after the arms race, with a focus on the role of the United Nations and the economic development of developing countries. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a focus on international relations and global governance.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade