I take this opportunity of expressing again Tunisia's commitm~nt to the strengthening of the role of the United Nations as the central forum and the universal body where development issues should be at the forefront of the priorities. This does not mean that specialized agencies and bodies, given their specific spheres of work and their competence, should not make their contributions in the framework of a consistent development and growth effort at the world level. At this particular time, regional co-operation requires all our attention and the mobilization of all our efforts. We are therefore working tirelessly to ensure that the Maghreb construction project will result in steady and certain progress towards integration which will ensure both economic development and political stability. Our countries, each with its CMn style and specific characteristics, have introduced the fundamental political and socio-economic reforms dictated by their determination to install the democratic process in their societies and to achieve their regional integration, inspired by a deep aspiration to build a modern, restructured economy that is open to the outside and capable of playing an active role in the world economy. 'lhe Arab Maghreb Union is at an advanced stage of maturity and, therefore, all its member countries will surely be better prepared to engage in dialogue with that BCT/gt A/S-18/PV. 2 94-95 (Mr. Khelil, Tunisia) other major grouping which is our neighbour -that is, the European Economic Community (EEC), this partner of choice to which we are bound by geography, if not by history and geography. Therefore, we have clearly expressed our determination to strengthen co-operation between the Mediterranean countries of the EEC and those of the southern bank, with a view to the global development of the entire Mediterranean region, based on the concept of shared development that guarantees the entire region's collective and indivisible security. 
**Analysis**
The text discusses Tunisia's commitment to the United Nations and regional cooperation, specifically in the Maghreb region. It highlights the importance of economic development, integration, and stability, as well as the need for cooperation with neighboring countries, such as the European Economic Community. The text does not mention specific industries, natural resources, or environmental issues, but rather focuses on the broader framework for economic development.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade