est authority of the world community its fears for the future. In spite of the allegations and evidence tendered that the shooting has already started, it seems clear that if only the right formula were discovered there would be a first-rate opportunity to nip in the bud a situation which, if allowed to escalate, promises almost unlimited tragedy for the immediate region and possibly beyond. 24. In such a situation as this, I perceive that a small country such as my own has a very real role to play. Very simply, that role is to press as hard as possible for a reversion to first principles-in other words, the provi- sions of the Charter of the United Nations. 25. These provisions require the avoidance of resort to force to settle international disputes. This in fact means a constant search for negotiated settlements. In the case before us, it seems clear that much of the difficulty would disappear if the opposing sides could be brought to a conference table. But here, perhaps, lies the rub. Where Powers which, at least nominally, are not parties find their interests threatened-whether those interests are expressed in terms of defence or of aggression-there arises that fishing in troubled waters which can some- times yield a most unpredictable catch. 26. This fishing in troubled waters, which more for- mally is called outside intervention, takes the form of supplies of arms and money-the very tools of war. The tragedy of it all is that those who are the main suppliers of arms and money are, more often than not, immune from the physical scars and wounds suffered by the little people in the countries where the conflicts take place. It seems to my country that the matter brought before the Council by Nicaragua is a classic example of a situation 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement from a country's representative to the United Nations, discussing a conflict or crisis in the region. The speaker is advocating for a peaceful resolution and emphasizing the importance of sticking to the principles of the UN Charter, particularly avoiding the use of force to settle disputes. The text also touches on the issue of outside intervention, which is likely related to the supply of arms and money to parties involved in the conflict. Given the context and content of the text, it seems likely that the category should be related to international relations or conflict resolution.

**Category**
International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief