versary session and at the summit in November, to reach understanding on the need to contain the danger of con- flict where their interests collide. We urge them to seek every opening to effective arms control and disarmament. For our part, we are determined to assist the process by continuing to put up ideas by which this can be achieved, especially through an effective and comprehensive ban on nuclear testing. 284. The great Powers must understand the common concern among smaller nations about what is seen as their increasing domination of events. They must appreciate the common fear that serious miscalculation by either of them, or a breakdown in the management of their tense and complex relationship, could lead to the ultimate disaster. No’ nation can evade the consequences of nuclear war. Indeed, it is now close to impossible to ignore the conse- quences of even regional unrest. 285. Look at the ripple effect of the sitution in South Africa. Australia is deeply concerned at the threat to world order arising from the activities of the South African Government, such as its obstruction of Namibian indepen- dence and its aggression against its neighbours. All these activities stem, of course, from its genuinely evil system of apartheid. 286. A tragedy of great magnitude is unfolding over South Africa. It could have been avoided if the warnings had been heeded which the United Nations has consis- tently given South Africa over many years. The white minority there seems intent instead on maintaining the essence of its political and economic privilege through the denial of fundamental human rights enforced by brutally coercive State power. 289. We do not wish to see South Africa brought to its knees, but we do want to see it brought to its senses. And 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a speech or statement by an Australian government official, focusing on international relations, diplomacy, and global issues. The text highlights the need for cooperation and arms control between major powers, as well as the concern for smaller nations and the impact of regional conflicts on the global stage. The text also specifically addresses the situation in South Africa, criticizing the apartheid regime and urging international action.

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Humanitarian aid and relief, International relations