UN General Assembly
1969

131. On behalf of the delegation of the Libyan Arab Republic to the twenty-fourth session of the General Assembly, I have great pleasure in extending to the President our warmest congratulations on her election to preside over this Assembly. Her election is a recognition of her great competence and vast experience and illustrates the high esteem and admiration in which the world community holds her country. As Africans, we are proud to see a daughter of the African continent attain a position of such responsibility. This is a manifestation of the emancipation of the African woman, as well as a recognition of the active role of women in today’s international community. Having known her well, and having worked closely with her in a spirit of true co-operation, we are certain that she will conduct the deliberations of this session objectively and successfully. 132. At this point I cannot but recall with deep regret the passing of the President of the twenty-third session of the General Assembly, the late Mr. Emilio Arenales. We wish to