emancipation of women and their access to equality were factors of development for any country. 113. Ms. CORTI joined previous speakers in congratulating the representatives of Thailand. She pointed out that the members of the Committee did not seek to pass judgement but rather to assess the progress achieved in a given country. 114. Ms. SCHOPP-SCHILLING congratulated the representatives of Thailand for their statements, but confessed that she did not understand what relationship might exist between the enhancement of women's status and national security. 115. The CHAIRPERSON said she was aware of long-standing traditional attitudes that marked all aspects of women's life in Thailand. It was in that context that Thailand’s efforts to improve the status of women must be appreciated. 116. Ms. MASDIT (Thailand) said that she would refer to her Government the Committee’s question about the presumed link between national security and the status of women. She thanked the members of the Committee for their constructive criticism. The meeting rose at 6.30 p.i
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the status of women in Thailand, specifically their access to equality and emancipation, and how this relates to national security. The Committee members are providing feedback and suggestions for improvement, which suggests that the topic is related to human rights and social development rather than economic or environmental issues.

**Category**
Education, Humanitarian aid and relief