UN General Assembly
1963

29. The world situation appears now to be at a turning point. It is an important moment for us who want international tensions relaxed and the cold war ended. Without being optimistic or pessimistic, we must face reality as it exists and continue our day-to-day efforts with patience and perseverance, for in such an approach lies, I believe, the surest and shortest way to peace. For this purpose we must enhance the authority of the United Nations as our best instrument for international conciliation and co-operation, founded upon good will, and devote our highest efforts to this end. 30. Mr. President, I hope and trust that at this important moment in history this Assembly will, under your leadership, accomplish fruitful results and further pave the way to a true world peace, and, I assure you. Sir, that the Japanese delegation will contribute its utmost efforts toward this end.