debt, market access for least-developed-country (LDC) products, and commodity-related questions, some progress was achieved. There must now be all-out efforts, both on the part of the donors and by the LDCs, fully to implement the new plan of action. Given the current turbulence in the international scene and the dire impact on that scene of the Gulf crisis, the development of the LDCs will remain an uphill task. Consequently, focus on their problems must be sharpened. We look forward with keen anticipation to the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development. Bangladesh is actively participating in the preparatory process, which is under way. The Conference must produce results that will assist countries, particularly in the developing world, to meet their obligations. We hope the proposed conventions on climate change and on the protection of biodiversity will soon be ready for signature. A mainstay of the consolidation of global peace, development and security is the effort to strengthen the rule of international law. I attach special significance, therefore, to the proclamation of the 1990s as United Nations Decade of International Law. Priority must be accorded to strengthening the world EF/lO A1451PV.10 39-40 (President Ershad) law-of-the-sea order, the completion of provisions governing non-navigational uses of international watercourses, and to formulating a legal regime for the environment. Of paramount importance, in the final analysis, is the enhancement of human worth. The rules that constitute the corpus of human rights must be given meaningful definitions. Human rights are inseparably enmeshed with the right to development. Today, a billion people barely survive on the margin of existence. They cannot be, must not be, denied their most basic, most fundamental right, the right to a decent life. We must ensure that right in this, the last decade of this 
**Analysis**
The text discusses various issues related to international development, focusing on the development of least-developed countries, environmental concerns, and the importance of international law. It also touches on the theme of human rights and the right to a decent life. While some economic aspects are mentioned, the text does not primarily focus on economic development or specific industries.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade, Natural resources and environment, Humanitarian aid and relief