corrective measures for serious polluters and controlled management of the world's natural resources; the creation of regional and subregional economic entities based on a strategy of comprehensive complementarity and the enhancement of collective self-reliance; stabilization and growth opportunities for export earnings -in this RH/14 A/S-18/PV. 6 63 (Mr. Sedoc, Suriname) respect we optimistically look forward to the further operations of the Common Fund -and finally redress of net capital outflows as a consequence of balance-of-payment problems which have been aggravated by the debt problem. In an age in 'Which technological advances are occurring at breathtaking speed, we see that the gap in Productive capacity between the developing and industrialized countries is still rapidly widening. This phenomenon is particularly distressing in the light of the fact that in order to becone competitive in the world economy the developing coun treis should have access to science and technoloqv. The entire question of market access is at the heart of the Uruguay Round, but seen in the context of the progress made so far, a concerted political effort will be needed to achieve better results. We sincerely hope that negotiations in areas such as intellectual property, investment and services can be concluded successfullY so that the ability of the developing countries to gain better access to technology can be imProved. Sustainable development and the protection and enhancement of the global environment have come to the forefront of concerns at both national and international levels. A number of environmental challenges such as the efficient use of resources, the availability of technology on accePtable terms and conditions have to be met. An improved world economic environment, including revitalized growth, can contribute to the lonq-term improvement of our environment. In a regional forum, Surinam has voiced its concerns in this field within the framework of the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the economic development of developing countries, particularly their access to technology and natural resources. It also touches on the importance of environmental protection and sustainable development. The language used suggests a concern for the global economy and the role of international cooperation in addressing these issues.

**Category**
Economic development, Natural resources and environment, International trade