UN General Assembly
1972

146. To my delegation it is important first of all to define clearly what is meant by the word "terrorism" and to study all its aspects, including the underlying motivations which engender terror throughout the world, before seeking to determine subsequently forceful measures that might eliminate it as a means of action in conflicts between States. I emphasize, moreover, that my country will oppose in the most categorical fashion any Initiative to put the slightest impediment in the way of the noble and just liberation movements that are operating on the African continent. 147. There is a problem of as much concern as that of the Middle East. I am referring to the problem of colonialism, which imperils peace and security throughout the world. Decolonization in other words, the implementation of the right of peoples to self-determination constitutes, as we know, the most sacred foundation of the United Nations family. This is a fundamental rule an embodiment of the chief safeguard of human rights which, for every government worthy of the name, must guarantee the certainty of peace.