cease its military operations in the Malvinas, re- spect the independence and sovereignty of the Argentine Republic and settle this question peace- fully” [S/lSOSS, nfz/lex]. 83. In that spirit, my delegation believes that the continuing good offices of the Secretary-General, with a view to ordering an immediate cease-fire, would be beneficial to the two parties to the conflict and to peace in the region. 84. The PRESIDENT (interp~ctntio/a~,orn Chinese): The next speaker is the representative of Liberia. I invite her to take a place at the Council table and to make her statement. 85. Mrs. JONES (Liberia): Liberia, a smatl, peaceful, non-aligned nation, considers the Falklands/Malvinas crisis to be regrettable indeed. The delegation of Liberia is therefore pleased to see you, Sir, presiding over the work of the Council during its current session on the grave and delicate situation in the Falkland/ Malvinas Islands. We also extend our appreciation to your predecessor, the representative of Zaire, for his contribution to solving the crisis. The world also owes profound gratitude to the Secretary-General, who has spared no effort to halt the crisis and who continues to do so. 86. When our world finds itself in trouble, as in the present world situation, it is a great comfort, Mr. Pres- ident, to find a grandfather of world civilization as captain of the ship, and we sincerely hope you will bring us safely into port. The FaIkIands/Malvinas crisis will indeed require both of you and of the Coun- cil the wisdom and judgement of Solomon, as it seems that a good case is being presented by each Member party to the crisis, even the silent Member. 87. My delegation has therefore asked to speak, because we see, in what appears to be a no-win, no- 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic speech or statement related to a conflict or crisis, specifically the Falklands/Malvinas crisis. It mentions military operations, cease-fires, and the role of the United Nations Secretary-General, suggesting a focus on international relations and conflict resolution.

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