UN General Assembly
1982

seemingly unending war which has already claimed heavy casualties and has led to appalling devastation, of property. My country has actively supported, and will continue to support, the mediations efforts of the United Nations, the non-aligned movement and the Organization of the Islamic Conference, as well as those of individual countries which have sought to find a speedy, peaceful and lasting resolution of the conflict. In that connection, we note with appreciation the considerable efforts expended by the current Chairman of the non-aligned movement. Thus, we once more renew our appeal to the parties to the conflict through negotiations to bring about an end to the current conflict. Last year we expressed optimism over the situation in Cyprus. The momentum which has been injected into the intercommunal talks with the submission of comprehensive proposals encompassing both the territorial and constitutional aspects of the problem seems, unfortunately, to have lapsed. The persistence of this problem continues to plunge that tormented country into deeper division. My delegation will continue to support the efforts to promote