UN General Assembly
1976

Sir, I could not go to the substance of my statement without first expressing to you my sincerest congratulations on your election as President of the thirty-first session of the United Nations General Assembly. Over and above the tribute paid to your eminent personal qualities, this election also bears witness to the confidence and esteem we feel for your country, which I am pleased to praise here for its constant efforts to establish a more just and more equitable international order. My country enjoys the best relations of friendship and solidarity with yours. 37. Your predecessor, Mr. Gaston Thorn, also deserves our congratulations and gratitude for the tact and patience with which he guided our work throughout the past session.