agencies and whether UNHCR programmes should be needs- or resource-driven, as well as highlighting the increasing burden of host countries. 30. The countries of the Non-Aligned Movement hoped that the streamlining and rationalization exercise just concluded would enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of UNHCR in providing assistance and protection and seeking durable solutions for refugees. Notwithstanding their fragile economies and meagre resources, host countries would continue to extend humanitarian support to refugees. Lastly, on behalf of the delegations of the countries of the Non-Aligned Movement, he recommended the report of the Temporary Working Group for adoption by the Executive Committee. 31. Mr. CESKA (Austria) extended his country's fullest support for the six-pillar strategy outlined by the High Commissioner in his initial statement. The Temporary Working Group had produced a report that corresponded in every respect with Austria's perception of the importance of co-operation in order to assist UNHCR to overcome its grave financial crisis. A/AC.96/SR.448 page 9 The report was the fruit of an exceptional dialogue under exceptional circumstances. Although there were some areas in which the report did not give definite answers to the problems posed, that was attributable to the very nature of UNHCR. The problem hinged upon the need to find ways of linking the budgetary approval process to resources which in fact could only be anticipated, on account of the unpredictable funding structure of UNHCR. Although the Temporary Working Group had put forward proposals to solve the immediate financial crisis, it had to be borne in mind that similar problems would continue to arise, as they would in any organization in which there was a gap between needs and resources. That gap necessitated the setting of priorities, which was always an agonizing task. 32. He hoped that the report would be adopted by consensus, and stressed that 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the financial and administrative challenges faced by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), with a focus on the need to streamline and rationalize its programs to ensure effective and efficient use of resources. The report of the Temporary Working Group is being presented to the Executive Committee, and the text highlights the need to set priorities and manage resources effectively to address the needs of refugees.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief