UN General Assembly
1992

The bedrock for action by the United Nations lies in States adhering to, and consistently applying, the principles of the Charter. It costs money to put principles into practice. Expanded responsibilities translate into greater costs, which must be borne by the States Members of the Organization. In the coming decade it is vital to use in the most effective and efficient manner this Organization, which has demonstrated the importance of its promotional and catalytic role, particularly in bringing to the surface issues which are likely to assume importance in coming years. The creation of a stable and more favourable international environment is fundamental to the strengthening of multilateral policy coordination within an enhanced framework, especially if we are to realize our new vision for an improved new world order. This requires the collective resolve of the giant nations as well as of tiny nations, such as the Bahamas, to work together to remove constraints and to allow for optimum growth and development. The new world order can be lasting only if all constituent elements grow in harmony.