UN General Assembly
1982

non-aligned movement was established in response to the aspirations of emerging nations which had barely left behind the struggle for liberation. The movement also includes peoples and nations which are still locked in a bitter struggle to liquidate the remnants of colonialism, overcome dependence, back-wardness and racism and defend human rights and dignity. 146. The active and historic role played by the early pioneers and founders of the movement deserves a special tribute from all of us. Today we recall the guidance of great, inspired leaders such as Tito, Nehru and Abdel Nasser, who charted for us the lofty goals and noble means for success. We feel that the values and principles which they struggled for are in need of further defense and further sustained efforts if they are to retain their authenticity, purity and essence. 147. Indeed, much has been achieved. The movement now has a wider membership, as it comprises the majority of the States in the international community. But as opposed to these achievements, a number of problems have unfortunately arisen, the most serious of which