52/6 Observer status for the Andean Community in the General Assembly

Date: 22 October 1997	Meeting: 35
Adopted without a vote	Draft: A/52/L.5 and Add.1

The General Assembly,

Considering the importance of the Andean Community in the promotion of the balanced and harmonious development of the member countries on the basis of equity, through economic and social integration and cooperation, with a view to the gradual formation of a Latin American common market,

Considering also the need, frequently noted by the United Nations, to promote and support the economic development of the member countries,

Recalling General Assembly resolution 50/227 of 24 May 1996 on the restructuring and revitalization of the United Nations in the economic, social and related fields,

Wishing to promote cooperation between the United Nations and the Andean Community,

1. Decides to invite the Andean Community to participate in the sessions and the work of the General Assembly in the capacity of observer;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to take the necessary action to implement this resolution.