than what is decided upon specifically by the Security Council and the General Assembly. It is the collective assertion of its resolve by the Assembly that can best ensure the implementation of the Programme of Action. The United Nations can claim with legitimate pride that the international consensus commanded by the Declaration on apartheid provided impetus to the process of change that has begun in South Africa. It is a consensus that has united the Assembly. It is a consensus that must be maintained. It is a consensus that must unite South Africa. The PRESIDENT; I thank the Secretary-General for taking the time to inform the Assembly of the major developments in the situation since the issuance of his report in July. Before calling on the first speaker this morning, I should like to propose that the list of speakers in the debate be closed today at б p.m. There being no objection, it will be so decided. It was so decided. The PRESIDENTS I therefore request those representatives wishing to participate in the debate please to inscribe their names on the list of speakers as soon as possible. I now have the honour to call on the Chairman of the Special Committee against Apartheid, Mr. Ibrahim Gambari of Nigeria. Mr. GAMBARI (Nigeria), Chairman of the Special Committee against Apartheid; Mr, President, it is indeed a special pleasure for me to congratulate you once again on your presidency of the General Assembly at its special session on apartheid and its destructive consequences in southern Africa. The current meetings of the General Assembly will mark the fourth occasion on which you preside over our affairs. I should therefore like to take the opportunity to congratulate JSM/edd A/44/PV.97 13 (Mr. Gambari. Chairman. Special Committee against Apartheid) 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the United Nations' efforts to address the issue of apartheid in South Africa, specifically the role of the General Assembly and the Security Council in promoting change and implementing a Programme of Action. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that it is a report or statement from a high-level meeting or session. The focus on international consensus, resolutions, and the actions of the United Nations suggest that the category should be related to international relations or politics.

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