UN General Assembly
1985

The impetus given by the United Nations to the process of self-determination and independence of nations and peoples under colonial domination must be seen as one of the achievements of the greatest political significance in the history of contemporary international relations. While the United Nations can be proud of the progress made in Africa, Asia and Latin America, there remain situations which require a redoubled commitment, because in addition to denying rights established by our Organization, they appear in some cases as threats to international peace and security. In South Africa, the system of apartheid continues to be a permanent source of tension, a destabilizing factor and the chief obstacle to peace in the region. The arrogance with which the apartheid regime defies the collective will of the international community, systematically violates the territorial integrity of neighboring States, trains, finances and arms groups working against legitimate and lawfully constituted governments, calls for action which should be completely unambiguous and should lead to the abolition of the system.