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| Chapter II - Part 1 |
| International Relations |
| Ethiopia's World Position Nov. 02, 1966 |
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| Haile Selassie the First - November 2, 1966 |
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.... In the international sphere, Ethiopia today occupies a respected
place in the council of nations. We have won, through Our efforts,
Our right to this position.
Our nation is known, and rightly, as a staunch advocate and supporter
of the principle of collective security, the principle which still underlies
the modern concept of the regulation of relations among states. We
have stood forthright in our support of the United Nations, and we
have not hesitated to respond to the call of that Organization.
Ethiopia is, by her own choice, a non-aligned state. Our policies on
the vexatious international issues of the day have been declared to all,
and our adherence to them is steadfast; the urgent imperative of
universal disarmament; the settlement of disputes by peaceful
negotiations; the supremacy of reason and logic over force and
irrationality.
Dedicated to the cause of Africa, Ethiopia remains prepared to
implement agreed measures calculated to advance the objectives
embodied in the Charter of the Organization of African Unity.
Ethiopia's actions in her international dealings have been wholly
consistent with here declared policies. We insist today that the way to
peace among men and nations rests in the even-handed application
and enforcement of the principles of the United Nations and the
Organization of African Unity; non-interference in the internal affairs of
others; self-determination for the remaining dependent peoples of the
world; respect for the territorial integrity of independent states....
.... In the conduct of the international affairs of Our nation, We have
placed high value upon personal contacts between peoples and
leaders of nations. In the past year, We met and discussed with a
number of world statesmen important world problems, both in Addis
Ababa and abroad. The President of France, Our good friend
General Charles De Gaulle, honoured Ethiopia with his presence
earlier this year. Only a few days ago We had occasion to meet with
him again in Paris where we discussed issues of mutual concern,
including the question of Djibouti. We were pleased to receive in Our
Capital His Majesty King Olaf V of Norway, and the leaders of
Bulgaria, Hungary and Poland. With each We exchanged views on
matters of interest to our respective states.
Early this year, We travelled to the Malagasy Republic, the Ivory
Coast, Senegal, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Haiti. We have
just returned from a tour of the Middle East. In Kuwait, We met with
His Highness Sheikh Sabah As Salem As Sebah, and, in Lebanon with
President Helou. With each of these leaders, We considered matters
of common interest, and We explained to them Ethiopia's position on
her relations with the Middle East.
In Jordan, among other important subjects reviewed with His Majesty
King Hussein, We considered the question of the Dar El Sultan
Monastery. We anticipate that a final and permanent solution will be
reached shortly.
In the United Arab Republic We received a warm welcome from Our
good friend President Nasser and the people. We considered at
length with President Nasser the ancient ties between our two nations,
the Organization of African Unity, the situation in the Middle East, and
world problems in general.
We were also pleased to meet with Our good friend Marshall Tito in
Yugoslavia and to discuss with him the issues facing the non-aligned
nations of the world and the events of the recent Conference held in
New Delhi by the leaders of Yugoslavia, India and the United Arab
Republic.
Everywhere on these visits We were received with a warmth and a
generosity which testified to the position which Ethiopia occupies in the
world community of nations. Everywhere We were able to confirm
that the ties which link Ethiopia and her friends in all parts of the world
remain close and strong. Everywhere We believe that a meaningful
contribution was made to the cause of world brotherhood and peace.
During this same trip, We addressed the opening in Berlin, of the
Lutheran World Council of Churches where we emphasized the urgent
need in the modern world for religious tolerance, in order that men of
all faiths may live together in peace and harmony....
place in the council of nations. We have won, through Our efforts,
Our right to this position.
Our nation is known, and rightly, as a staunch advocate and supporter
of the principle of collective security, the principle which still underlies
the modern concept of the regulation of relations among states. We
have stood forthright in our support of the United Nations, and we
have not hesitated to respond to the call of that Organization.
Ethiopia is, by her own choice, a non-aligned state. Our policies on
the vexatious international issues of the day have been declared to all,
and our adherence to them is steadfast; the urgent imperative of
universal disarmament; the settlement of disputes by peaceful
negotiations; the supremacy of reason and logic over force and
irrationality.
Dedicated to the cause of Africa, Ethiopia remains prepared to
implement agreed measures calculated to advance the objectives
embodied in the Charter of the Organization of African Unity.
Ethiopia's actions in her international dealings have been wholly
consistent with here declared policies. We insist today that the way to
peace among men and nations rests in the even-handed application
and enforcement of the principles of the United Nations and the
Organization of African Unity; non-interference in the internal affairs of
others; self-determination for the remaining dependent peoples of the
world; respect for the territorial integrity of independent states....
.... In the conduct of the international affairs of Our nation, We have
placed high value upon personal contacts between peoples and
leaders of nations. In the past year, We met and discussed with a
number of world statesmen important world problems, both in Addis
Ababa and abroad. The President of France, Our good friend
General Charles De Gaulle, honoured Ethiopia with his presence
earlier this year. Only a few days ago We had occasion to meet with
him again in Paris where we discussed issues of mutual concern,
including the question of Djibouti. We were pleased to receive in Our
Capital His Majesty King Olaf V of Norway, and the leaders of
Bulgaria, Hungary and Poland. With each We exchanged views on
matters of interest to our respective states.
Early this year, We travelled to the Malagasy Republic, the Ivory
Coast, Senegal, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Haiti. We have
just returned from a tour of the Middle East. In Kuwait, We met with
His Highness Sheikh Sabah As Salem As Sebah, and, in Lebanon with
President Helou. With each of these leaders, We considered matters
of common interest, and We explained to them Ethiopia's position on
her relations with the Middle East.
In Jordan, among other important subjects reviewed with His Majesty
King Hussein, We considered the question of the Dar El Sultan
Monastery. We anticipate that a final and permanent solution will be
reached shortly.
In the United Arab Republic We received a warm welcome from Our
good friend President Nasser and the people. We considered at
length with President Nasser the ancient ties between our two nations,
the Organization of African Unity, the situation in the Middle East, and
world problems in general.
We were also pleased to meet with Our good friend Marshall Tito in
Yugoslavia and to discuss with him the issues facing the non-aligned
nations of the world and the events of the recent Conference held in
New Delhi by the leaders of Yugoslavia, India and the United Arab
Republic.
Everywhere on these visits We were received with a warmth and a
generosity which testified to the position which Ethiopia occupies in the
world community of nations. Everywhere We were able to confirm
that the ties which link Ethiopia and her friends in all parts of the world
remain close and strong. Everywhere We believe that a meaningful
contribution was made to the cause of world brotherhood and peace.
During this same trip, We addressed the opening in Berlin, of the
Lutheran World Council of Churches where we emphasized the urgent
need in the modern world for religious tolerance, in order that men of
all faiths may live together in peace and harmony....
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