Measures in connexion with the earthquake at Skoplje, Yugoslavia

XVIII. RESOLUTION ADOPTED WITHOUT REFERENCE TO A COMMITTEE
1882. Measures in connexion with the earthquake at Skoplje, Yugoslavia

The General Assembly, Noting with deep regret the tragic consequences of the severe earthquake which destroyed the city of Skoplje in Yugoslavia, caused the death of more than 1,200 persons, and brought about vast material and cultural damage, Recalling its resolution 1753 (XVII) of 5 October 1962 and Economic and Social Council resolution 766 (XXX) of 8 July 1960, Noting the energetic and urgent measures taken by the Government of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to provide relief for the victims of the earthquake and to restore normal living conditions for the people, Noting also the preparation by the Government of Yugoslavia of a five-year plan for the reconstruction of the city of Skoplje, Taking note of the assistance rendered to the people of Skoplje by many nations, by organizations of the United Nations family and by other organizations, and noting with satisfaction that the spirit of international solidarity demonstrated on this occasion has transformed the reconstruction of Skoplje into a real symbol of friendship and brotherhood among peoples,

1. Expresses its deep sympathy to the people of Skoplje and the Government of Yugoslavia over this disaster;

2. Endorses the recommendation contained in Economic and Social Council resolution 970 (XXXVI) of 29 July 1963 inviting Member States to consider what further assistance they may be in a position to offer to Yugoslavia, and appeals to them to assist the Yugoslav Government in the execution of the five-year plan for the reconstruction of Skoplje;

3. Requests the Secretary-General of the United Nations, the heads of the specialized agencies, the Executive Directors of the World Food Programme and the United Nations Children's Fund, the Managing Director of the Special Fund, and the Executive Chairman of the Technical Assistance Board, to bear in mind the immediate and long-term needs of the Yugoslav Government in connexion with its plan for the reconstruction of Skoplje when deciding on the services to be provided to Member States in the light of the funds available.

1240th plenary meeting,
14 October 1963.
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