UN General Assembly
1956

147. In conclusion, my delegation wishes to reiterate and reaffirm the following points: First, it adheres to the provisions of the Charter which declare that all peoples have an inherent right to self-determination. Second, the present advance which has been made in science should be utilized for peaceful purposes. Third, although the Charter provides for the formation of regional pacts, the principles of right and justice should prevail whenever there is a conflict between the two objectives. Fourth, the delegation of Liberia unequivocally disapproves of the resort to force or violence for the settlement of any dispute. Fifth, it firmly believes in the sanctity and inviolability of treaties and international agreements; it believes that such treaties and agreements should not be unilaterally abrogated. Finally, we extend to the President our hearty congratulations on the imprimatur which his colleagues have placed upon his past services by electing him to the high office of President of the eleventh session of the General Assembly.