remember that international relations are about ordinary human beings. We must all strive to avoid confrontation and conflicts; we must place greater store on goodwill, trust and the benefits of dialogue and co-operation; we must accept that there are diverse ways of perceiving and attaining our respective national goals; we must recognize that peace is not merely the absence of war but also the satisfaction of basic human needs and rights and the elimi- nation of hunger, poverty, disease, despair and injustice. If we do, then international peace and security will not be under constant threat. Then we will not live in fear of tomorrow, and this will indeed be a better world. 101. In thanking you, Mr. President, I wish to express the confidence that if we aspire together, together we will achieve. 102. The PRESIDENT: The next speaker is the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Thailand, Air Chief Marshal, Mr. Siddhi Savetsila. I call upon him. 103. Mr. SAVETSILA (Thailand): Mr. President, on behalf of the delegation of Thailand, I wish to express our pleasure at seeing you presiding over this historic meeting of the Security Council. Your presidency is a fitting testi- mony of the trust and confidence that the members of the Council have in you. Furthermore, Thailand and the United Kingdom are bound by close ties of friendship and cordial relations going back many centuries. We both have the long-established institution of monarchy, which is cher- ished by the people. Trade and cultural links have further consolidated the relationship between our two countries, and the Thai people have high esteem for your country. Permit me, therefore, to associate myself with your other colleagues in extending to you warmest congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of this august body. My 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech focused on international relations, peace, and cooperation, with a emphasis on the importance of goodwill, trust, and dialogue in achieving a better world. The speaker references the satisfaction of basic human needs and rights, eliminating hunger, poverty, disease, and despair, which suggests a broader focus on human well-being rather than a specific sector or industry.

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