UN General Assembly
1962

44. It is obvious, however, that the success of any national economic development programme, and the stability of each country's economy, must necessarily depend to a large degree, and in the ultimate analysis, on each country's own efforts and resources. International assistance, both bilateral or through the United Nations system, important as it is, can only supplement but not be a substitute for national efforts. Conscious of this, the Federation of Malaya, while recognizing the role of foreign aid in helping the developing countries, has always put the accent on trade rather than on aid.