UN General Assembly
1967

143. The first step in industrialization should logically be the processing of primary products, thus providing domestic employment opportunities and leading to the production of more valuable exportable goods. I emphasize again, however, that this process will come to nothing if the advanced countries erect tariff barriers which make it difficult, if not impossible, for the developing countries to sell their processed products. 144. The overcoming of these problems of trade and development, in our view, is not just a matter of importance; it is critical for the stability of the world order. There is a two-way relationship. The less developed countries need political stability and security so that they may plan and work for their future with assurance. On the other hand they need economic and social change to give the strong foundations for that peace and stability.