A/37/PV.80 General Assembly
-THIRTY-SEVENTH SESSION
25. The situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security: report of the Sec- retary-General ' l. Mr. ALLAGANY (Saudi Arabia) (int2lpretation from Arabic): Almost three years have gone by since this question first arose, and it is becoming one of the many recurring items on our agenda which are con- sidered year after year without a solution being reached. In spite of the fact that in the Middle East we are afflicted by the problem of Israeli aggression, which is a threat to our nation and a source of great concern, as well as of instability, we cannot close our eyes to what has taken place and continues to take place in Afghanistan, a brother country with which we have bonds of religion and civilization. Even if such, bonds did not exist, we should be deeply con- cerned at what is happening in Afghanistan, as a State Member of the United Nations devoted to the provisions of its Charter and convinced of the need to preserve peace and security in the world and to promote constructive and fruitful co-operation between peoples on the basis ofjustice and law. 2. We believe that Israel's chronic aggression and its violation, with impunity, of the provisions and prin- ciples of the Charter and the resolutions of the United Nations during the past 34 years can to a very large extent be directly or indirectly related not only to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan but also to any action against international peace and security, fo.r any viol~ tion of the Charter to which the SecurIty Council does not react firmly encourages others to follow the same course ~n order to achieve their own ambitions and designs. 3. What surprises and causes us concern is the fact that the aggressor country occupying Afghanistan is one of the super-Powers possessing the military capacity and the nuclear weapons enabling it to destroy the world and even itself. This is why that State bears a special responsibility, transcending the respon- sibility of small States, for the maintenance of peace and security, the structuring of international relations, the strengthening of the United ,Nations and of its prestige, and the prevention of violence and aggres- s~on. This is what we expect of the super-Powers and of the permanent members of the Securit~ Coun- cil. This is why we believe that we are entItled to ask the Soviet Union to account for its actions, given its great responsibility. NEW YORK ~ . ~ .. 10. My delegation has studied very carefully the 14. This is clearly shown by the time-tested, incon- report of the Secretary-Genera~ [A/37/482]. ~hi!e trovertible facts and events, as well as by the nature we appreciate the efforts he earl~er undertook m. his and orientation of statements made at the current capacity of personal representative of the prevIous session by representatives who, in their helpless anger Secretary-General and the efforts which he has con- and with extraordinary cynicism, have submitted the tinued to make in his present position, I must express notorious"Afghan question" to the General As- my disappointment that nothing concrete has emerged sembly. On the one hand, their statements express from those contacts and good offices. The Secretary- alleged concern over the so-called absence of a politi- General is convinced that the parties concerned are cal settlement of the situation in the region and, on' read~· to make every effort to con~inue diplom~tic the other hand, they manipulate various types of activity in order to arrive at solutIOns compatible dubious assertion and malicious conjectures in an all- with international law and with justice. For my own out attempt to impede the search for a genuine, part, I believe that the Soviet Union has not yet constructive solution to the problem as a whole. decided to take into consideration and implement the As they shed crocodile tears, they try to cover up General Assembly resolution.. in words their ongoing undeclared war against Afghani- 11. When I spoke on this item at the thirty-sixth ses- stan, to justify their policy of inflaming tensio~s in d h G t the area and in the world as a whole, and to divert sion [60th meeting], I appeale to t e overnmen the attention of the United Nations from the truly of the Soviet Union to respond favourably to the demands of the peoples and Governments of the important topical problems facing it and impede their international community and, in particular, of the solution. States members of the Organization of the Islamic 15. If we analyse these statements, we can easily see Conference, by renouncing the imposition of a par- that those who make them are mainly concerned not ticular regime in Afghanistan or its maintenance by with any desire to promote the normalization of the force of arms. I expressed my conviction that the situation in South-West Asia, but with attempting benefits that would be gained by the Soviet Union if by aIJ available means to use the situation which it were to heed that appeal would far exceed any has come about in that region to maintain and exacer- limited benefits that could be achieved by the imposi- bate a dangerous hotbed of tension. They are not in- tion of a particular regime in Afghanistan. In this terested in a political settlement of the problem of regard, I say again that the position ofthe Soviet Union South-West Asia, but rather in justifying their military would not be in any way impaired if it were to re- presence in that region and expanding their open nounce its present behaviour. On the contrary, we military interference in; the affairs of independent believe that such a step would strengthen the prestige sovereign States. of the Soviet Union in the third world and especiaIJy among peoples that aspire to independence and t~e 16. It is quite obvious that the brutalized forces of elimination of colonialism. ~iNe call upon the Soviet imperialism and reaction have dropped the m.ask ?f Union to respect the provisions of the Charter, the hypocrisy behind which they hid for some time m resolutions ofthe United Nations and international law order to disguise their direct participation in acts of by agreeing to withdraw its forces from Af~hanistan aggression' and subversive activities against Afghani- and permitting the refugees to return to their homes stan. The concrete facts on this item were set out and the Afghan people to exercise its inalienable in the statements of the representative of Afghanistan right to self-determination and its right to choose what·· and those of a number of other States. We should !7. The delegation of the Hyeloru~sian SSR beiieves that the United Nations must resolutely guard against the shameful attempts which are made from time. to time to use its name to cover up such activities, which are a danger to peace. Furthermore, the neces- sary objective conditions now exist for the search for a constructive political solution of the situation around Afghanistan. We refer to the foreign-policy initiatives of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan on this issue, which bear witness to the unswerving a.nd consistent desire of that peace-loving, non-aligned State to bring about the normalization of relations with neighbouring countries, first and foremost Paki- stan, and of the situation in the region as a whole. The proposals put forward by the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan on 15 May 19801 and 24 August 19812 set forth a clear, concise, constructive programme, based on principle, for reaching a just political solu- tion of this problem, and propose th~ establishment of reliable machinery for its practical implementa- tion, provided, of course, there is good will on the other side. Those statements rightly and justifiably emphasize that the principal, fundamental elements of a political settlement must be a complete and reliable guarantee that there will be no military or other foreign interference in the interna; affairs of Afgh.:dstan and the establishment of conditions in which such interference would be excluded in future. 18. The Democratic Republic of Afghanistan has al- ways shown a flexible approach and a readiness to engage in constructive negotiations with its neighbours, on a bilateral or ti"i1ateral basis and with the par- ticipation of the personai representative of the Sec- retary-General. 19. Naturally, the internationai aspects of the prob- . lem can be the only subject of such negotiations. The internal affairs'of Afghanistan-as, incidentally, would be the case with any sovereign State-can and will be settled in future by its ptople and Govern- ment, and by them alone. It cannot be disputed that agreements regarding the normalization of relations must be supported by reliable international guarantees. 20. The previously mr-~1tioned statements of the Government of Afghanistan also included specific and practical proposals for the solution of the problem of those Afghans who, for one reason or another, have found themselves in the territory of neighbouring countries. The possibility of implementing such a plan can be safeguarded by appropriate legislation of the . Democratic Republic of Afghanistan. 21. The achievement of agreements on a political settlement regarding relations between Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iran, including international guarantees and their implementation in practice, would enable - the Afghan and Soviet side to settle in due course ."The discussions were wide-ranging and were carried out in a constructive spirit, the inter- locutors having dealt with the specifics of each of the four agenda items. There were also thorough exchanges of views on possible approaches to over- come practical problems ih the context of the com- prehensive ~ettlement and its implementation. As a result, it was possible to define in much greater detail the positions of the interlocutors, to identify areas of agreement and to develop ideas as to the structure and contents of the comprehensive settle- ment. It was also agreed that my personal represen- tative would remain in close contact with the inter- locutors, and that he would travel to the area towards the end of the year to pursue the diplomatic process." [A/37/482, para. 6.] 25. In pointing out the above-mentioned facts, we believe that sound pre-conditions have been laid down for maintaining contacts between the parties directly involved, and we are convinced that it is along this path that we should seek a real way out of the existing situation. The talks which have begun will allow for a solution to the problem that takes account of the interests of the countries of that region without interfering in their internal affairs. It is quite obvious that it is the duty of the United Nations, and of the General Assembly at the current session, not to hamper progress on this constructive path, which alone can lead to the desired result-the establishment of good-neighbourly relations between Afghanistan and its neighbours in the interests of the peoples of those countries and of peace in that region. Consequently, we must resolutely reject any attempts to interfer~ with that process. We must condemn those who, out of hand and without any consideration, reject . the constructive proposal of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan merely because it interferes with the. plans of those who wish to destroy the achievements so<:iatt~ themselves from such policies of the forces of to divert attention from the urgent questions of our imperialism and reaction. On the basis of the foregoing time, such as the prevention of a nuclear war, the considerataons* tbe delegation ofthe Byelorussian ssn crimes of genocide against t""e Palestinian people, categorical1y rej,ecls the draft resolution being imposed the crimes of apartheid or th;~ illegal occupation of upon the Assembly on the so-called Afghan question Namibia. and will vote agannst it. 27. ttlr. ROSE (German Democratic Republic): The G~~man Democratic Repnolic has been following with great sympathy and high esteem the efforts made by the people of Afghanistan to secure the achieve- ments (1IIf the April 1978 revolution, which opened up a new chapter in the country's history. Far-reaching changes have been made in a historically short period of time, Steps to dismantle the feudal structures and aboli~h ~_ie large estates, a broad campaism against illiteracy and comprehensive measures f~.. the im- provement of tde living conditions of the people have Me~ ~iiiti:tted. Those changes have increasingly be- COfltlt:: the guidinm factor in developments in Afghani- staIn. The decisive prerequisite for the consolidation of loose achievements and the further normalization of tife in Afghanistan is peace. 28. The Government of Afghanistan has directed all its efforts towards that end. This was again impres- sively demonstrated by the i-epresentative of the Democratic Republic of" Afghanistan, Mr. Farid Zarif, when he addressed the General Assembly on 23 November [78th meeting]. 1: 29. We expect the United Nations to help strengtheri ~......~tl!h!!l!!eltSl!e'.icu",n~.ty of the region so that the Afghan people R•• 32. It has long since been proved by facts that the Afghan revolution does not c::>nstitute a threat to the peace, security, stability and independence of the States in South-West Asia. On the contrary, it is the forces of internal and external reaction which pose such dangers.· They recruit, finance and arm terrorist gangs which are based outside Afghanistan and which are being mobilized against social progress and a more humane life for the people of the Democratic Repub- lic of Afghanistan. 33. It is symptomatic that some representatives have very clearly indicated in this debate that their Governments will continue to support such activities. At the same time, the traditionally good relations with the neighbouring countries will be disrupted. Such a policy is designed to stir up tensions in the region. It fits into the global policy of confrontation and the striving for hegemony and world supremacy. 34. The persistent endorsement of the principle of settling international conflicts and disputes by politi- cal means forms an integral part of the policy of the German Democratk Republic. We are convinced that the existing probler:ns in South-Wes~ Asia could and should be settled exclusively by means of negotiations. 38. In compliance with its policy, based on prin- ciple, of supporting and acting in solidarity with the peoples in the struggle for the exercise of their legiti- mate rights, the German Democratic Republic will continue in the future to stand firmly by the side of the Afghan people in its struggle for peace and social progress.
Resort to the rule of force, division of the world into spheres of influence, the imposition
41. Afghanistan has been subjected to invasion by the forces ofa super-Power, the Soviet Union. Regard- less of the pretext on which this was carried out, its continuance has created a grave situation to which the international community must voice opposition, for silence would be interpreted as approval of the continued violation of the national sovereignty of a Member State and' of the use of force to impose a particular political and economic system.
42. Kuwait and Mghanistan are located in a geo- graphic area considered to be one of the world's most important and sensitive regions because of its unique strategic and economic location. We both belong to the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, which, for us, represents a safeguard against any attempt to drag us into international blocs. Both our peoples adhere to the true Islamic faith, whose tolerant teachings are based on peace, justice and equality between the small and the large and equality of rights and guarantees among individuals and communities. 43. Kuwait, which, in co-operation with its neigh- bours, is careful to avoid in the region anything that could lead to international conflict, is apprehensive that the Soviet presence in Afghanistan may be used as a pretext to engulfthe area in super-Power strat~gic plans. It is the policy ofKuwait to seek to establishthe best of relations with all countries of the world, regardless ofpolitical, economic and social differences. Our relationship with the Soviet Union is based on a growiug friendship, and we are constantly endeav- ouring to strengthen it because it is based on principles of respect for the 'independence, sovereignty and security of all countries of the region. At the same time, we cannot ignore the principles of law and jus- tice, and we have therefore spoken as we felt we must and have categorically opposed the presence of the Soviet armed forces in Afghanistan because we were qnite sure that the majority of the Afghan people ( ppmJe that intervention and that presence, no matter \.'hat the pretext.
44. The Muslim people of Afghanistan have ex- pressed that view by various means, notably by their courageous resistance ever since they were first
57. We consider that the provision of reliable and firm guarantees of the complete cessation of inter- ference in the internal affairs ofAfghanistan and against any future recurrence of such interference is a neces- sary prerequisite for and must constitute the main aim and basic contenl of any political settlement, in- cluding the solution of the question of withdrawing Soviet troops from Afghanistan. 58. We strongly support the foreign policy of the Government of the Democratic Republic of Afghani- stan. It is with sympathetic, friendly attention .and profound interest that we follow and support the efforts which are being made by the leadership of Afghanistan to ease existing tensions and to restore and develop good relations, particularly with the neigh- bouring countries of Pakistan and Iran. It was with great satisfaction that we welcomed the Afghan pro- posal of 15 May 1981,· which constitutes a realistic basis for the settlement of the situation in South- West Asia through direct and bilateral negotiations by the Governments concerned. That proposal was reiterated, with certain modifications, on 24 Au- gust 1981.2 In Afghanistan's agreement to start such negotiations through the good offices of the Secretary- General, and its acceptance in principle of the con-
69. It is my delegation's earnest hope that draft reso- lution A/37/L.38, which has been introduced by the
72. The exodus of over 2 million Afghan refugees has further aggravatea the security problem of the region. The magnitude of this social and humanitarian problem is a cause of legitimate concern to the international community. It is in this context that we emphasize the need for undertaking adequate steps by the parties concerned with a view to creating the necessary conditions to enable the refugees to re- turn voluntarily to their own homes in safety and honour. - 73. Equality and social justice based on freedom cannot be denied to any country. Bangladesh firmly believes that all States Members ofthe United Nations, large or small, weak or strong, are under an obligation to respect and uphold the sacrosanct principles and objectives of the Charter of the United Nations and the' Declaration on. Principles of International Law concerning Friendly Relations and Co-operation
79. We believe that the United Nations and the Secretary-General should maintain the initiative and continue making efforts to achieve a political solution to the crisis on the basis ofthe principles ofthe Charter of the United Nations. This calls for a constructive and responsible approach-the more so since this crisis is an issue of war and peace in Afghanistan, aggravating tensions in that part of the world, and has negative consequences for the international Sit~19_ tion. In this context, we appreciate and support the constructive efforts of the Secretary-General on the basis of the relevant resolutions of the General As- sembly.
~ave contributed to paralysing the Soviet forces in Afghanistan and to isolating the invade.u at the inter- national level. 94. In the course ofthe three years in which Mghani- stan has been occupied, according to information given by the mujahidin themselves the invaders have killed almost ·2 million Afghans by the use of the most sophisticated conventional and chemical weapons. They have tortured and murdered 70,000 political prisoners and caused .the disappearance of some 30,000 other persons. They have destroyed several dozen villages, with all their inhabitants. One fifth of the total population-that is, 3 million people- have been driven from theirvillages to become refugees in their own country. Another fifth of the population has taken refuge in Pakistan, which has become, with its mOJ:e than 230 camps, the largest concentration of refugees in the world. Approximately another mil- lion Afghans have taken refuge in Iran. UNHCR spends $100 million, or one fifth of its budget, on providing assistance for those refugees. That is a. very heavy burden for Pakistan and Iran,as well as for the international community. 95. All those crimes and offences of the invaders, which were condemned in May 1981, in Stockholm, by a people's tribunal composed of eminent jurists of world renown, did not succeed in bringing the Afghan
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99. Just as the struggle of the people and nation of Kampuchea placed an insurmountable obstacle in the way ofVietnamese-Soviet expansionism in South-East Asia, the heroic struggle of the Afghan people and its mujahidin has made it possible also to place an in- surmountable obstacle in the way of Soviet expan- sionism directed towards South Asia, the Persian Gulf and the Middle East. In Kampuchea, the Vietnamese occupation forces have become irreversibly bogged down. In Afghanistan, the same is true for the Soviet invasion forces.
100. With their struggles, the peoples of Afghanistan and Kampuchea have shown that the outcome ofwars ofinvasion launched by expansionists does not depend on the invaders' superior strength of arms, but rather on the legitimacy of the struggle and the firm and resolute union of the whole people and the whole nation in stubborn resistance to defend their national identity, a struggle strongly supported by the interna- tional community.
101. After previous debates on the situation in Af- ghanistan, the Assembly showed, by its increasingly overwhelming votes, thatit would never yield to threats or to force; that it is determined to· defend the Charter of the United Nations and to preserve the freedom and national identity of all States. My dele- gation has always joined in those votes, especially as the struggle of the people ofKampuchea is one with that of the Afghan people. This' year again we will vote in favour of the draft resolution that has been submitted [A/37/L.38], and we appeal to the States Members of the Organization to lend it yet firmer support so that the majority may be greater than ever, more determined and tenacious than the ambitions of world and regional expansionists. That vote will help to encourage the heroic struggle of the Afghan people and its mujahidin, who will certainly win new victo- ries and respond positively to the confidence and solidarity of the international community.
102. On behalf of the people of Kampuchea, which is sharing the same hardships and the same victories in its struggle against the Vietnamese invaders, my delegation wishes to address to our brothers the Afghan people and their mujahidin a fraternal greeting and to pay tribute to their exemplary heroism and the noble sacrifices they have made for the survival of their nation and their national identity, and also for international peace and security. We are convinced that they will win further victories in their just cause.
103. My delegation is certain that, together and closely co-ordinated, the armed and united struggle in the field against the invaders, and the international pressure represented by the firm and powerful soli- darity of all peoples and countries that cherish peace and justice, will force the invaders to put an end to' their war of expansion and to withdraw all their troops from Afghanistan and from Kampuchea..
105. The Soviet occupation of Afghanistan shocked the international community. People all overthe world, not least New Zealanders, were angered by the spec- tacle of a great Power once again using its military strength to impose its will on a small neighbour. The Soviet action violated the fundamental principle of the United Nations Charter, namely, that Member States shall refrain from the use of force in their interna- tional relations. The occupation of Afghanistan was condemned by the General Assembly, which has repeatedly called for the withdrawal of all foreign forces from Mghanistan.
106. The effects of the Soviet action were not limited to Afghanistan itself. The military occupation ofa non- aligned country revived and vindicated long-standing concern about the intentions of the Soviet Union, concern felt not only in neighbouring countries, but also much further afield. This Soviet action did more than anything else to halt the process of de~ente and to aggravate tensions between the great Powers. For those that had sponsored detente, as well as for the Afghan people, the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan was a disaster.
107. The use of force in international relations is something that States Members of the United Nations cannot accept. There is no part of the Charter that has stronger or more widespread support than paragraph 4 of Article 2, to which I have just referred. The resolu- tions adopted by the General Assembly during the past three years and the large majorities of votes by which they have been adopted make it clear that the inter- national community is not prepared to accept the situation created by the Soviet occupation of Mghani- stan. It insists that the oroblem must be settled through a negotiated political settlement and that it cannot be resolved without the withdrawal of Soviet forces.
108. The Secretary-General reports that, in his last round ofdiscussions with the parties directly involved, there was a common understanding of the principles that should underlie a negotiated settlement, as well as a strong disposition to reach such a settlement. That is encouraging. The principles involved have been clearly set out in earlier resolutions. They include non-intervention in the internal affairs of other States, international guarantees against further intervention and the creation of conditions for the voluntary and safe return of refugees. But the crucial point of all the earlier resolutions is the withdrawal of foreign forces. If a settlement can be worked out on the basis of those principles, and if that settlement is honoured by all the parties, it will be welcomed all round the world. Nothing could do more to restore the confidence that is essential for a real easing of inter- national tensions.
llO. That is why it is necessary for the General Assembly to reaffirm the stand it has taken against the Soviet occupation. That is why New Zealand strongly supports the proposal that is before the Assembly.
Ill. Mr. TSVETKOV (Bulgaria)(interpretation from French): This year, the General Assembly has once again been dragged into a discussion which constitutes open interference in the internal affairs of the sover- eign Democratic Republic of Afghanistan. If we are taking part in this discussion, it is to support the efforts of the Government of that country and of an forces which aspire to a normalization of the situation created around it and in the region.
112. This is not the first time that we have witnessed attempts to prove that the events following the April 1978 revolution, as well as the friendly assistance requested of the Soviet Union in order to safeguard the achievements of that revolution and the security of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from external designs, are the cause of the complication ofthe situation around Afghanistan and ofthe threat to international peace and security which stems from it.
113. However, an objective analysis ofevents shows that Afghanistan is not threatening the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of any country whatsoever, including its neighbours. On the contrary, the Democratic Republic ofAfghanistan is and remains a non-aligned country which is pursuing a consistent policy of peace. It is in favour of promoting friendly and good-neighbourly relations with the countries of the region with a view to solving all problems through peaceful negotiations, and it actively supports the efforts of the international community to safeguard peace the world over. As the Government of the Democratic Republic ,of Afghanistan has stated on many occasions, its major foreign policy goal in the present conditions consists of ending outside inter- ference and creating a political situation in the region which would enable the Afghan people to decide freely on its future.
ll4. At the same time, Afghanistan is subject to constant provocation and open terrorist acts which have been transformed' into a veritable undeclared war against the Afghan people. The campaign of hostile propaganda unleashed against the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan continues. Those behind this campaign are using it to give a false picture of the situation prevailing in that country. And if blood is still flowing in Afghanistan, the culprits are the reactionary and counter-revolutionary forces, sup- ported and generously financed by their imperialist protectors from abroad.
124. The Government of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan enjoys the support of the people and is gaining greater and greater authority on the inter- national scene. This is especially evident from the national conference held in March of this year by the People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan. That con- ference confirmed the steadfastness of the foreign policy of Afghanistan, the basis of which is strict observance of the principles of the Charter and the desire to develop relations with all countries regard- less of their political and social systems, on the basis of the principles of mutual respect for sovereignty, independence, equality of rights and non-interference in the inter.nal affairs of others. 125. However, in the building of a new society, the Afghan people have had to overcome substantial dif- ficulties. A veritable war is being waged against the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan. The Afghan
State~ advisers are establishing co-ordination among the leaders of the bands which are waging an un- declared war against the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan.
127. In Washington, people are fond of talking about their so-called concern about "the fate of the Afghan people". In this regard, crocodile tears were shed by the United States representative when shespoke in this debate. In fact, that "concern" results in encouraging banditry, terrorism and new suffering for the Afghan people, as well as interference in the internal affairs of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan and of other countries. 128. Along with the expansion of armed intervention in the internal affairs of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan, American imperialism and international reaction are inspiring a broad propaganda campaign designed to slander and vilify not only the achieve- ments of the Afghan people but also the selfless, brotherly assistance of the Soviet Union, discrediting the true purposes and nature of the presence in the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan of a limited con- tingent of Soviet troops, which, as is well known, entered Afghanistan at the request ofthe legal Govern- ment of the Republic to assist in repulsing aggres- sion from abroad, in full accordance with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter.
129. Those behind the undedared war wish to make Afghanistan into a springboard for subversive activities against the Soviet Union and into yet another bulwark of imperialist global strategy. They regard aggression against Democratic Afghanistan as merely part of a broad plan to destabilize the situation in the entire area of South-West Asia and the Persian Gulf. In building up its military presence in that region, the United States is itself creating a real threat to inter- national p~ace and security in that part of the world.
130. The delegation of the Ukrainian SSR is profoundiy convinced that a political settlement of the situation in and around Afghanistan at the present time can be achieved and is possible on the basis of a complete cessation, and a guarantee against the future renewal, of any armed or other type of inter- ference in the internal affairs of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan, this having been the major
135. The delegation of the Ukrainian SSR supports the constructive approaches of the Government of the" Democratic Republic of Afghanistan to the settlement of the issues involved in the situation around Af- ghanistan. We must, however, express our regret that the draft resolution submitted to the General Assembly not only fails to provide a generally acceptable basis for a political settlement but makes even more difficult the search for ways and means of normalizing the
The meetillg rose Clt / ./5 p.m.
NOTES
£ See Offidtll Records ofthe SeclIrity COlmd/, Thirty-fifth YetIT, Supplemellt for April, MtlY alld June /980, document 8/13951.
Z Ibid., Thirty-sixth YetIT, SlIpplemellt for JlIly, AlIgllst and September /98/, document 8/14649. llbid., Thirty-fifth YetIT, SlIpplemellt for April, May tllld JlIlle /980, document 8/13948. . "Ibid., Thirty-fifth YetIT, 2185th to 2190th meetings.