The developinq countries have already expressed a Qenuine desire to co-operate in seekinq radical solutiom to the social and economic problems faced by our interdependent world. We believe in the feasibility of a continued and broad dialoQue between the developed and developinq countries with a view to establishinQ international economic co-operation that takes account of the interests of all, their beinQ interrelated and mutual. Undoubtedly, this special session provides a qood opportunity for us to resume such a dialoque. With the necessarv political will and qood intentions on the part of the developed countries towards the developinq nations, we believe that the special session will, indeed, Qive Qreat impetus to international co-operation for development. JSM/jf A/S-18/PV.6 191 (Mr. Al-Ni'mah, Qatar) In this hurried statement I have tried to propose some new ideas to the Assembly, guided by the Secretary-General's report in mv examination of a few of the important requirements for a reactivation of economic development in the developing world - a reactivation which will not occur except throuqh creative human endeavour. Man alone, as the means and the end of everv human endeavour, is the source of creativity for development, and within him lies the ability to build a developing world founded on securi tv, peace and stabili tv. In the light of such universal recognition of the value of the human factor, for development and social advance, my Government, under the guidance of His Highness the Emir of Qatar and His Highness the Cr0111n Price, is sparing no effort in working to enhance the performance of every individual and helP him develop his potential. The expansion. development and reform of the education base is instrumental in my Government's efforts. What we seek at this session is to initiate the formulation of a sound concept 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of international cooperation and the role of human creativity and education in achieving economic development. It emphasizes the need for a continued dialogue between developed and developing countries to address social and economic problems. The text also highlights the efforts of Qatar's government to enhance the performance of every individual and help them develop their potential.

**Category**
Economic development, Education