ibis. Yet, when the going got serious and demanded rpt and decisive action, two of the Western permanent bers skirted their responsibilities and instead abstained 2 vote, thus sending a clear message to our people that sin liberty and justice are meaningless ideals when it :s to protecting the economic, strategic and ideologi- Merests of those recalcitrant States. We welcome the adoption of the resolution and c the members of the Council who voted in favour. t also be said that abstention means a polite no, but cannot say “no” to the will and determination of our valiant people to fight for their liberation. This is not the first time that those imperialist Powers have abstained in the vote and it will not be the last. However, outside this building the reality is different: the progressive peoples of the world community are taking positive actions in favour of our cause. Their actions are being organized and carried uut in active solidarity with our struggle and will eventu- ally force their Governments to see the light. I express the hope that those who abstained in the vote today will vote in favour the next time around, for we shall return. 66. There are many fronts on which to wage the struggle. We are committed to the total liberation of our mother- land, and in pursuit of that precious goal we are prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to end colonial conquest and exploitation, until independence is achieved in our country. 67. The struggle continues, Victory is certain. The meeting rose at 6.35 p.m. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement from a leader or representative of a country or organization, likely in the context of international relations or politics. The language used is formal and rhetorical, with references to "liberation," "colonial conquest," and "ideology." The speaker seems to be addressing a specific issue or conflict, and the tone is assertive and defiant.

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