The German presidency will not seek a solution at the expense of weaker members during these difficult negotiations,

A solution will only be found through comprehensive balancing of interests. There must be no winners or losers,

We shouldn't discuss the world of tomorrow in terms of becoming a balance to the United States. The real issue is whether the United States will define herself as part of the U.N. system-or not.

I'd like to let younger (members) take the lead,

There are differences in the world community. But we have a common interest in a strong multilateral system.

It is not only because of the incidents with the Swiss, Swedish, and Spanish embassies. There is an urgent need for discussions,