45. As its title indicated, the item dealt with the consideration of the situation within a country. In that regard, it should be noted that the Charter, in Article 2, paragraph 7, stated that nothing contained in its provisions would authorize the United Nations to intervene in the internal affairs of States. It was obvious that imperialist and hegemonist circles were doing their best to use the so-called question of Afghanistan to divert the attention of the international community from the most vital and acute problems around the world, for which the very same circles were responsible. 46. The CHAIRMAN reminded the speaker that the discussions ot the General Committee must not deal with substantive questions. 47. Mr. ZARIF (Afghanistan) said that he was not referring to a substantive question but was querying the propriety of the inclusion of an item in the agenda. Despite the statements ot the sponsors of the debate on that artificial issue, it was evident that they had no intention of helping to solve the problems that existed among the countries of south-west Asia and that they missed no opportunity to create further obstacles to a political solution of those problems. I ... A/BUR/40/SR.l English Page 8 (Mr. Zarif, Afghanistan) 48. On 14 May 1980 and 24 August 1981 respectively, his Government had put forward two proposals which constituted the most realistic basis for a comprehensive solution of the outstanding issues between Afghanistan and its neighbours. As a result of the personal efforts of the Secretary-General and his representative, Afghanistan and Pakistan had been negotiating since June 1982 to overcome the difficulties which stood in the way of relations between them. His Government was satisfied with the outcome of the Geneva talks and looked forward to successful future negotiations. If all the parties concerned evinced sincere political will, 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations, politics, and conflict resolution, specifically in the context of Afghanistan and its neighboring countries. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a focus on official discussions and agreements rather than economic or social issues.

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