under Article 25 of the Charter of the United Na­ tions, several States continue to violate sanctions covertly and overtly in contravention of the provisions of resolution 253 ( 1968), Gravely concerned about the detrimental consequen­ ces which violations could cause to the effectiveness of sanctions and, in the wider sense, to the author­ ity of the Council, Deeply concerned by the report of the United States of America that it has authorized the impor­ tation of chrome ore and other minerals from South­ ern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Condemning the refusal of South Africa and Por­ tugal to co-operate with the United Nations in the observance and implementation of sanctions against Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), I. Reaffirms its decision that sanctions against Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) shall remain fully in force until the aims and objectives set out in re­ solution 253 ( 1968) are completely achieved; 2. Calls upon all States to implement fully all Security Council resolutions establishing sanctions against Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), in accordance with Article 25 and Article 2, paragraph 6, of the Charter of the United Nations; 3. Urges the United States of America to co-oper­ ate fully with the United Nations in the •effective im­ plementation of sanctions; 4. Requests the Security Council Committee estab­ lished in pursuance of resolution 253 ( 1968) con­ cerning the question of Southern Rhodesia to under­ take, as a matter of urgency, consideration of the type of action which could be taken in view of the open and persistent refusal of South Africa and Portugal to implement sanctions against the illegal regime in South­ ern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) and to report to the Council not later than 31 January 1973; 5. Further requests the Committee to examine and submit a report to the Security Council not later than 31 January 1973 on all proposals and suggestions 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations, specifically the enforcement of economic sanctions against a country (Southern Rhodesia/Zimbabwe) by the United Nations. The focus is on the actions of various states, including the United States, and the refusal of some countries to comply with UN resolutions. The text also mentions the importation of chrome ore and other minerals, which suggests economic interests.

**Category**
International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief