conflict and restoring the much more constructive and friendly relationship between Nicaragua and the United States which had existed for a time as Nic- aragua began the major task of reconstruction and development of its whole society after the Somoza regime was overthrown. That would. of course, presuppose as an absolute condition a willingness by all concerned to show full respect for international law and for the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations. 51. Thirdly, we beli-eve that this effort to restore frienclly relations requires dialogue and negotiation between the two countries and that this in turn requires a measure of restraint and understanding on each side in this Council and elsewhere. I want to express Ireland’s full support for all constructive and serious efforts to get such a dialague under way. 52. Fourthly, we would ideally like to see-and I do not think it either utopian or presumptuous for a State outside the area to hope for this-a real detente involving all the countries of the region, including those which have hitherto been excluded from such discussions. This could come through a major nego- tiation covering political and economic issues and providing eventually for a reduction of and limits on armaments, restraint and co-operation in regional relations, respect for human rights and pluralism and acceptance of these concepts in all of the countries involved. 53. Mr. NISIBORI (Japan): Madam President, I should like first of all to compliment you on the manner in which you have been carrying out your re- sponsibilities as President this month. It is indeed fortunate that a person with your experience and ability has been guiding the work of the Council at a time when it has been called upon to deal with trouble- some questions, 54. I should like also to express my gratitude to Sir 