Noting the obligation of the Government of Chile to respect and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms in accordance with the international instruments to which Chile is a party. Recalling that the concern of the international community at the serious situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms in Chile has been expressed by the General Assembly and by the Commission on Human Rights in many resolutions since 1974, Regretting that, despite the improvement in the situation of human rights in Chile, the military Government has failed to act on a number of the recommendations contained in all the reports prepared oa this topic and has also issued many laws consolidating an institutional legal framework harmful to respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Bearing in mind that, in these circumstances, as pointed out by the Special Rapporteur, Mr. Fernando Volio Jimenez, in his report (E/CN.4/1990/5, para. 28), much remains to be done if Chilean society is to enjoy a reliable system of judicial protection of fundamental freedoms and human rights, especially as a result of the heavy institutional burden which will be taken over by the Government-elect, Also bearing in mind the will expressed by the people of Chile in the recent electoral process which has led to the restoration of civilian power in the political leadership of the country and sharing its trust in the commitment made by the future Chilean authorities to restore the full enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms, Aware that the continuous concern of the United Nations at the situation of human rights in Chile made for the establishment of the international conditions necessary for Chile's return to democracy, 1. Takes note with appreciation of the report by the Special Rapporteur (E/CN.4/1990/5) and thanks him for his valuable co-operation since 1985 in the
**Analysis**
The text discusses the situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms in Chile, criticizing the military government for failing to respect these rights and expressing concern for the need to ensure their protection. It also mentions the establishment of international conditions for Chile's return to democracy. Given the focus on human rights and the political context, it is likely that the text falls under the category of human rights.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Human rights