UN General Assembly
1997

instrument for the correction of many seemingly intractable problems. We would add that this Organization is the most significant international forum for the resolution of complex crises and that all nations that desire to participate in the United Nations should have that right. Yet, in the highest sense, we believe that until reunification is achieved the parallel participation in the United Nations of the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of China would be conducive to regional security and world peace. “One of the principal challenges facing Liberia today is the revitalization of its economy. The past prosperity of the Liberian economy was built on the successful development of the country’s abundant natural resources and the active participation of the private sector. We also enjoyed the benefits of a lively transit trade with our neighbours. During the years of economic mismanagement and civil strife, 29 the economy collapsed and the livelihood of ordinary people was impaired. “Bringing prosperity back to the country is an enormous challenge. We are determined that the