XVI. RESOLUTION ADOPTED ON THE REPORT OF THE FIRST COMMITTEE
1724. Question of Algeria

The General Assembly, Having discussed the question of Algeria, Recalling its resolution 1514 (XV) of 14 December 1960 in which it proclaimed the necessity of bringing to a speedy and unconditional end colonialism in all its forms and manifestations, Recalling further its resolution 1573 (XV) of 19 December 1960 by which it recognized the right of the Algerian people to self-determination and independence, the imperative need for adequate and effective guarantees to ensure the successful and just implementation of the right to self-determination on the basis of respect for the unity and territorial integrity of Algeria, and the fact that the United Nations has a responsibility to contribute towards the successful and just implementation of that right, Deeply concerned about the continuance of the war in Algeria, Taking note of the fact that the two parties concerned have affirmed their willingness to seek a negotiated and peaceful solution on the basis of the right of the Algerian people to self-determination and independence, Regretting the suspension of the negotiations entered into by the Government of France and the Provisional Government of the Algerian Republic, Calls upon the two parties to resume negotiations with a view to implementing the right of the Algerian people to self-determination and independence respecting the unity and territorial integrity of Algeria. 1085th plenary meeting,
20 December 1961.
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