in shifting the burden of their solution to weaker members of the international community. Thus, what will be required is the concerted action of all nations in fashioning a global approach towards a solution, in the development of new concepts and improved structures and of more equitable m:>dalities and mechanisms in international economic relations and in co-operation for development. Only in this way can we hope to build a new and more democratic international economic system, better capable of ensuring greater efficiency, equity and mutual benefit to global economic development. Learning from the frustrating experiences and the causes of the prolonged stalemate in the past, we should not cast such a reactivated North-South dialogue in terms of "demandsn on the part of the developing countries or of misperceived "charity" on the part of the industrialized countries. In a situation where the major economic problems and their solutions intertwine with growing complexity and intensity, the economic forttmes and prospects of grOiith of both the North and the South have become inexorably enmeshed. Hence, a revived North-South dialogue should rather be based on the imperatives of genuine interdependence, mutuality of interest and shared responsibility. Indonesia remains convinced that, diverse individual needs and concerns notwithstanding, all countries share a common, real and quantifiable interest in JSM/edd A/S-18/PV. 2 68 (Mr. Alatas, Indonesia) seeking more open, viable and equitable trading and monetary systems, achieving more stable primary cx>1nmodity markets, obtaining a oomprehensive and durable solution to the debt crisisi and ensuring sustainable global development through effective international co-operation in environmental problems. In imparting new impetus to international economic co-operation responsive to the dynamics of glci:>al change, we should ensure that such co-operation will be based oo just and equal opportunity for all and on the sa.,ereign right of each nation to determine its own socio-economic system, its own pattern of national 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of international cooperation and dialogue in addressing global economic challenges, such as the debt crisis, trade, and development. It emphasizes the need for a more equitable and mutually beneficial approach, and highlights the interconnectedness of the economic problems and solutions. The text does not specifically focus on natural resources, agriculture, health, education, employment, humanitarian aid, culture, or science and technology. It seems to be more focused on the macroeconomic and international relations aspects of economic development.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade