est of international peace and security, rests with the per- manent members of the Council. 222. In conclusion, we look forward to an era in the near future in which the Organization will become a bridge, or a place where cultures, civilizations and values mingle and thrive; an era in which it will become an alarm system warning of the dangers of natural and man-made disasters which threaten peoples and States and jeopardize the material and human environment alike. We look forward to a time when the Organization will herald a new era in international relations pervaded by peace, justice and prosperity for all, without distinction as to colour, race or religion. . 223. On the fortieth anniversary of the United Nations, let us move forward towards a better tomorrow, commit- ting all our hearts and minds, with unshaken faith,injus- tice and legitimacy. Let us walk bravely on a new and untrodden path, guided by understanding, not confronta- tion; dialogue, not disputation; solidarity, not disagree- ment; truth, not deception; Peace is our goai and our means as we fulfil the responsibilities entrusted to us by the people of the planet so as to create a better world for them and for the generations to come. 20 224. The PRESIDENT: The next speaker is the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denmark, Mr. Uffe Ellemann- Jensen. 225. Mr. ELLEMANNJENSEN (Denmark): May I start, Mr. President, by saying how pleased I am to see you in the Chair today. I am confident that under your able guidance we can conclude our deliberations successfully. 226. Denmark’s strong and consistent support of the United Nations is well known. From the outset, our mem- bership of the United Nations has been a cornerstone of Danish foreign policy. We have given practical expression to our belief in the role of the United Nations by, for 