UN General Assembly
1962

103. We regard this co-operation as all the more desirable in that we in Algeria, at the end of more than Seven years of war, are grappling with difficult problems. We have to cope with national reconstruction in order to heal the wounds inflicted by a murderous, and devastating struggle. At the same time, we have to fight effectively against the, consequences of economic under-development inherited from the colonial system. 104. Given these inescapable requirements of economic and social reconstruction and the need for accelerated development, Algeria, from this rostrum, appeals to all friendly countries, and to the international specialized bodies, to give it all the aid and assistance possible. 105. It should be noted, by the way, that the aid furnished by the international agencies is totally inadequate. The resources of the Special Fund and the Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance in particular should be substantially increased.