UN General Assembly
1961

60. Despite the serious differences which still exist between the great Powers and their allies, it would be dangerous to minimize the active role which the non- aligned forces can play in the quest for possible solutions to the present difficulties. 61. Thus, the first contribution which cm be made towards solving the disarmament problem is to view it in its true light and recognize its universal nature. Disarmament cannot be a matter only for the two great Powers and their allies, for the issue of peace or war in our time may directly affect the survival or the end of the whole of humanity. 62. In the debate, my delegation will present what it believes to be the point of view of the inhabitants of a continent which is on the move, which sees what is needed for its development and which considers the maintenance of peace as its basic objective.