UN General Assembly
1958

93. But in counteracting such propaganda, it is essential that we should not lose sight of the other side of the picture. No successful or all-embracing policy is possible if it does not meet all the needs of the peoples. An active and relentless drive has to be pursued in all directions, so as to improve living standards and social and economic conditions generally in all less developed areas of the world. But to achieve this high purpose we must bear in mind that wide international co-operation is of the essence, and that the good will, generosity and understanding of those in a position to help are as necessary as a sense of responsibility, the efforts to provide good administration, the will power to work seriously and to stand on one's feet. These are factors essential on the part of those who are in need of help. Only thus may we be sure that any help rendered will be Independent of economic and political servitudes.