of all the peoples of Africa. The fact that the first draft resolution was, uniquely, sponsored by nine members, which is an important event perhaps without precedent in the Council’s history, is most encouraging in that respect. 73. On the whole, the outcome of the consideration of the second special report, while disappointing in some impor- tant aspects, does represent a step forward, in my opinion, a step that can materially contribute to the more effective implementation of better sanctions policies. As I have already said, that will require persistent political readiness and struggle to make them effective, We are confident that the forthcoming meetings of the Organization of African Unity and the summit of the non-aligned countries will contribute to that. 74. Sir Colin (‘ROWE (United Kingdo-): I much regret that the sponsors found it necessary to press to the vote the draft resolutions in documents S/10927 and S/l0928 despite the fact that they go beyond the agreed conclusions of the report submitted to us by the sanctions Committee and that they were introduced without prior consultation. 75. As I said in my statement on 18 May f1715th meeting], the logical and effective course would have been for the Council to consolidate on the substantial area of agreement which is reflected in the report, whose practical recommendations we do indeed welcome and will support, A unanimously adopted resolution would have had a real impact, not least on those who doubt the willingness or the ability of the Council to achieve the proper application of the sanctions provided for in resolution 253 (1968). How- 8 ever, once that course ,was not adopted, it can hardly have come as a surprise to find that my delegation would have to abstain on one draft resolution since we could not vote for 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic report discussing the outcome of a United Nations Security Council meeting, focusing on the implementation of sanctions policies. The language used is formal and technical, indicating a discussion among governments and international organizations. The context suggests that the topic is related to international relations, politics, and governance.

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International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief