Mr. Takahashi (Japan) thanked the Commissioner General for his work and his report.

Mr. Takahashi (Japan) The arguments raised by the Democratic People apos s Republic of Korea with regard to Japan are totally groundless and cannot be regarded as anything but vicious propaganda.

Mr. Takahashi (Japan) The Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel which we have just adopted is an important step towards ensuring the safety of personnel engaged in United Nations and other operations.

Mr. Takahashi (Japan) I would like to reiterate my previous statement that the arguments raised by the Democratic People apos s Republic of Korea with regard to Japan are totally groundless and cannot be regarded as anything but vicious propaganda.

Mr. Takahashi (Japan) I should like to express my appreciation to the representative of Iran for the excellent manner in which he discharged his responsibilities as Vice Chairman of the First Committee during the forty eighth session of the General Assembly.