Assembly President's Statement on Opening of Emergency Session

"This sixth emergency special session of the General Assembly is convened amidst the background of disquieting developments on the international scene which have justifiably caused great concern for the international community. lt is convened in the context of the developments in Afghanistan and the escalation of tension in the area as a whole, over-shadowed by a Ominous build-up of confrontation among the great Powers." - Dr. Salim, January 10, 1980