68. As to the question of the scope of the study, he agreed that the religious element should be included and would expand the study accordingly. He would also take into account Mr. Ilkahanaf's suggestion that tribal issues be addressed, and requested relevant information concerning the African situation. 69. The question of definition had also been raised. He did not intend to make a definition, but would proceed on a very broad understanding which would include religion as well as the elements already mentioned in his paper. 70. A very important discussion had focused on the question of "settled" minorities versus "recent immigrant" minorities. In response to his request, many ideas had been put forward. Some speakers, including Mr. Sadi, had been in favour of making such a distinction; others, including Mr. van Boven and Mr. Diaconu, had argued that the complexity of the situation had to be taken into account. As Mr. van Boven had pointed out, there were many cases in which people had long been settled in a locality but had changed State because of a redrawing of boundaries. 71. The observer for the International Council of Jewish Women had argued that there was little or no difference in the rights of "settled" and "recent immigrant" groups but that there were differences in the mechanisms of receiving them. That was a matter that could be explored. E/CN.4/Sub.2/1990/SR.l0 page 13 72. A number of participants had provided additional information on particular country situations, for which he was very grateful. 73. As to the question of the mother tongue and that of a mother who spoke several languages, which had been mentioned by Mr. Hatano, in most cases there was no problem because the mother tongue would be the language that was 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a report or summary of a meeting or discussion about a specific topic, likely related to human rights or social issues. The language used is formal and technical, and the content focuses on various aspects of minority groups, such as religion, tribal issues, and settlement status. The discussion also touches on issues of language and cultural differences.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Culture