A/RES/50/58
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Having considered the report of the Secretary-General of 11 October
1995, 30/
Considering that Burundi continues to face a social, human rights and
political crisis that has existed since October 1993, the adverse effects of
which are endangering the national economy, as evidenced by the destruction of
economic and social infrastructures, declining production and trade and, as a
result, shrinking public revenue,
Concerned about the instability of the situation in a number of areas,
and acknowledging the need to ensure the safety and security of humanitarian
and other international personnel,
Concerned also about the acts of violence that have the negative effect
of stifling the national economy, in particular by disturbing the movement of
persons, goods and services,
Recognizing that the coalition Government that emerged from the
Convention on Governance 31/ is making efforts to redress the economic and
social situation through its plan of action of March 1995,
Convinced that the country has the capacity to achieve appreciable
economic results, particularly through its structural adjustment programme,
and that an improved economic situation would contribute to the consolidation
of peace,
Bearing in mind, however, that, in view of Burundi’s inadequate economic
and financial resources, the continued and increased assistance of the
international community is still essential for the implementation of the plans
and programmes of the Government,
1.
Expresses its gratitude to all States, United Nations institutions
and intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations that responded
favourably to the appeal made at the forty-ninth session;
2.
Invites once again all States, United Nations institutions and
intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations to continue to provide
Burundi with economic, financial, material and technical assistance for
economic recovery and for the reconstruction of the various infrastructures
destroyed or damaged during the crisis and to facilitate the voluntary
repatriation of refugees;
3.
Calls upon all parties not to hinder in any way efforts by
international, intergovernmental and non-governmental aid organizations to
transport and distribute humanitarian assistance to the people of Burundi and
to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of all
humanitarian personnel operating in the country;
4.
Requests the Secretary-General of the United Nations, in close
cooperation with the Secretary-General of the Organization of African Unity,
30/
A/50/541 and Add.1.
31/
A/50/94-S/1995/190, annex.
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