terrorism center. We greatly hope that this draft resolution will be endorsed and that we can take yet another step towards improving international cooperation in fighting terrorism, which is not bound by any nationality, ethnicity or religion. Mr. President, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia appreciates the vital role played by the agencies of the United Nations, and hopes that efforts to reform the world body will strengthen these agencies and enhance their efficiency to better meet the needs and aspirations of our peoples. The kingdom supports international consensus with regard to expanding the Security Council as well as restricting the veto power by prohibiting its use against the implementation of previously adopted resolutions. Saudi Arabia also calls for the General Assembly to regain its authority as the main body of the United Nations as prescribed by its Charter. --More 1201 Local Time 0901 GMT
