Excellency, the scourge of international terrorism, which has developed pernicious linkages with illicit trade in drugs, arms and money laundering, continues to beset us. India strongly condemns all acts of terrorism which destabilise the political, economic and social order of sovereign states. India's commitment to disarmament, especially universal, comprehensive and non-discriminatory nuclear disarmament, is a central feature of our foreign policy. We believe that the United Nations remains the best hope for humanity in its quest to achieve a just forum where all voices are heard. We believe the United Nations must take into account the pre-eminent political reality of our times, namely, the emergence of developing countries in the world scene.
Inequality is relieved within national borders through a redistribution of the goods of the rich.
The world has become so small that political borders cannot stop the human solidarity of man and man. Excellency, both India and Austria have just concluded General Elections to their Parliaments. Our two countries are dedicated to the principles and practices of democracy - social, political and economic. Based on our political affinities and the potential for our economic relationship, we in India would like to move into the next millennium with Austria as a close partner, not just for the benefit of the peoples of our two countries, but also for the prosperity of our respective regions and the world as a whole. I thank you once again, Mr. President, on behalf of my delegation and on my own behalf.