UN General Assembly
1971

169. Mr. President, in welcoming you as President of our Assembly, I merely wish to say one thing. Studying the introductory statement you made on 21 September [1934th meeting], we were happy to find a vision of the world which was both truthful and prophetic. It is the statement of a statesman, a wise and courageous statesman. We are also happy to see in you the initiator of the project of regional co-operation in five countries of south-east Asia. My country, Belgium, thanks you for having accepted to preside over our work. 170. May I also address to your eminent predecessor, Mr. Hambro, the expression of our deep appreciation for the effective manner in which he guided the work of the historic twenty-fifth session of the General Assembly.