mate representative of the Arab people of Palestine. An important role can and must be played by the United Nations. The States represented at the meeting support a halt to the war between Iran and Iraq and settlement of issues in dispute between them by means of talks; peaceful solution of the conflict between countries of the Hom of Africa and other disputes in Africa on the basis of mutual respect for independence and territorial integrity; solution of conflict situations in Central and South America by political means. A halt must be put to the policy of constant threats and provo­ cations aimed against Cuba and Nicaragua and to all attempts at external interference in their internal affairs. The participants in the meeting assess positively the start of talk~ between Afghanistan and Pakistan mediated by a personal repre­ sentative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. An essential factor for economic stability and the improvement of the international political climate is the elimination of underdevelopment-the gradual bridging of the gap between levels of economic development and the ensuring of conditions for the harmonious growth of international contacts in the sphere of eco­ nomics, science and technology. In this connection, the participants in the meeting reaffirm theit stand favouring the restructuring of international economic relations on a just and democratic basis, the establishment of a new international economic order, and the safeguarding of the full sovereignty of the countries of Asia, Africa, Latin America and Oceania over their natural resources. They favour an early opening of global talks on the most important eco­ nomic problems in accordance with United Nations decisions. The States participating in· the meeting favour an increase in the role of the United Nations in international life as an important forum for uniting the efforts of States to consolidate peace and interna­
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement of principles and goals for international cooperation and development, with a focus on economic issues, peace, and the role of the United Nations. The text mentions the need for a new international economic order, the safeguarding of natural resources, and the elimination of underdevelopment. It also touches on regional conflicts and the importance of peaceful solutions.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief