UN General Assembly
1966

100. In the first place, it is clear that we must not allow great Power differences over certain admittedly very difficult issues to induce a fruitless passivity in the membership. We must continue to search for opportunities for initiatives which are both constructive and realistic. 101. Secondly, there is an evident need for the Assembly to re-establish the free processes of debate and negotiation on draft resolutions. Only in this way can we hope to promote agreements that will attract the meaningful support of Member Governments when it comes to implementation. 102. Thirdly, we need to exercise greater respect for the rights of others under the Charter. This involves restraint by the great Powers in the use of their privileges; restraint by the smaller Powers in the observance of orderly procedures; restraint, above all, in the pursuit of national objectives where these are at variance with the purposes and principles of our constitution.