UN General Assembly
1965

133. There are no easy or simple answers to the trade problems of the developing countries. One thing, however, is clear. Collective and co-operative answers are better than solutions sought in isolation. This is not a matter of idealism but of practical realism. Things which it would be difficult or impossible for countries to do individually can often be done more satisfactorily if many States take concerted action and share the necessary adjustments. This is true whether one is talking of tariff reductions or of improved access to markets or commodity arrangements or the many other important and complex subjects being discussed in the Trade and Development Board. 134. A modest but promising start has been made. The task calls for the best efforts of both developed and developing countries, and it is one which we must pursue relentlessly.