UN General Assembly
1969

the same ability that we look for from you in view of your acknowledged experience and understanding of the problems which are a source of concern and disquiet to all nations. 4. Despite our concern, it is encouraging to find that at times such as these, when international organizations are suffering the consequences of the unrest afflicting the whole of mankind, a distinguished woman should have been chosen to preside over the highest organ of the United Nations. 5. At the last session of the Assembly this same honour fell to Mr. Emilio Arenales, an eminent Latin American, now deceased, to whose memory I should like to pay a posthumous tribute for the wisdom with which he guided our activities on that occasion, and for the admirable and unflinching courage with which he faced adversity in the difficult tasks he accomplished. 6. May I assure you, Madam President, that, in the fulfilment of our duties and responsibilities, the work lying ahead of us will be lightened by the resolution and influence you bring to bear in searching for the most