the administering Power. In 1970 we were in favour of their extension. Nationally, we have established a regulatory and penal system intended to prevent violations, and we have given strict directives to our customs services; and, also, we have actively participated in the work of the Committee set up under resolution 253 (1968). Having nevertheless accepted the fact that despite certain effects on the economy of Southern Rhodesia the system established is insufficient, and because of the importance we attach to 7 the strictest and most complete application of the sanctions system, we supported, in February and September of 1972, the initiatives intended to increase the effectiveness of the work of the Committee. 66. TO&Y the Council is called upon to reach a decision on the second special report of. the Committee, as is provided for in resolution 320 (1972). 67. The French delegation, for its part, wishes first of all to pay tribute to the important work which has been accomplished by the Committee under the wise and diligent guidance of Mrs. Jeanne Martin Cissd, with the assistance of Mr. Soegomo of Indonesia and the representative of Yugo- slavia. 68. The French delegation obviously approves the recom- mendations and suggestions contained in section III of the report. We note that these recommendations are within the terms oE reference of the Committee. We have, further- more, always indicated that we would be in favour of recommendations intended to strengthen the sanctions against Southern Rhodesia, whenever the means of appli- cation met the Criterion of effectiveness. In this connexion, it would seem that the measures which after lengthy discussions led to unanimous agreement in the Committee should contribute to the prevention of the violation of sanctions and thereby further isolate the Ian Smith r6gime. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations and diplomacy, specifically the implementation and effectiveness of economic sanctions against a country (Southern Rhodesia). The language used is formal and technical, indicating a focus on international governance and policy-making.

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