Assembly resolution 39/L7 and considers that mercenarism - a phenomenon incompatible with the norms of international law and hurnan norality - should be qualified as a serious international criminal offence and the use of mercenaries by States as an act of aggression. 20. The Ukrainian SSR favours the speedy elaboration of an international convention against the use of mercenaries and considers there is a need to establistr the strict responsibility of States which do not Prevent the hirinq of their citizens as mercenaries and which allow in their territory the recruitment, training and transport of mercenaries or in any way pronote their criminal activities. The socio-political system of the Ukrainian SSR and the social conditions of life in our society completely exclude any such practices, as well as any opportunity for citizens of the Soviet Ukraine to participate in it in any form whatsoever. 2L. The policy of State terrorisn practised by imperialism provides a basis and a breeding ground for mercenarisrn. The essence of that policy is interference in the internal affairs of I'objectionablerr or "disobedient" States, their destabilizalion, the undermining of their economies, the creation of an atmosphere of terror and alarm among ttre population, attempts on the lives of statesmen and politicians, the support of reactionary separatist novements, the organization of subversive activities and sabotage and, in the final analysis, the undermining and violent change of t,heir socio-political system.A/40/46s/Add.L English Page ll 22. The pursuit. of the policy of State terrorisn againsE other States and peoples erodes the very possibility of ensuring the peaceful nature of relations and mutual confidence among countries, increases the danger of war and represents contempt for international norms of behaviour. In todayrs tense international situation, State terrorism presents a threat to all mankind. The General Assembly at its
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a political statement condemning the use of mercenaries and state terrorism, and advocating for international cooperation to prevent and punish such activities. It highlights the harm caused to international relations, peace, and human rights. Given the focus on international relations, law, and human rights, it is likely that the text belongs to the category of international affairs.

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