Indonesia, Japan and Thailand. The ASEAN Foreign Ministers stressed the need for a comprehensive political settlement encompassing all Cambodian parties based on the principles reflected in the relevant General Assembly resolutions. They expressed regret that such a solution had not yet been achieved, and called upon all parties to exercise further efforts towards that end. The ASEAN Ministers noted that there appeared to be general agreement that the establishment of a Supreme National Council should be one of the principal elements of a comprehensive settlement, as discussed by the five permanent members of the Security Council, and at the informal meeting on Cambodia in February and the Tokyo meeting in June. They expressed the view that a Supreme National Council representing all shades of political opinion in Cambodia should be formed on an urgent basis and should represent Cambodia at the United Nations. The ASEAN Ministers expressed their appreciation for the work the Ad Hoc Committee had done towards promoting a comprehensive political settlement and a wider understanding of the Cambodian problem. They expressed the hope that the international community would continue to support the efforts towards that end. C. Consultations at Salzburg 18. At Salzburg, on 30 July 1990, the mission met with Mr. Alois Mock, the President of the International Conference on Kampuchea and Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of Austria. The Cambodian question was reviewed in the light of the Committee's consultations in New York, Tokyo and Jakarta. Mr. Mock stressed the importance of attaining a comprehensive political solution to the Cambodian problem. He expressed appreciation to the Committee for its efforts towards the realization of that goal. III. CONCLUDING OBSERVATIONS 19. The Ad Hoc Committee wishes to thank the Governments of Austria, Indonesia and Japan for their hospitality, as well as for the co-operation extended to its 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing a political situation in Cambodia, specifically the efforts of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers to promote a comprehensive political settlement and the formation of a Supreme National Council. The text also mentions the work of the Ad Hoc Committee and its consultations with various countries. Given the focus on politics and diplomacy, it is likely that the text falls under a category related to international relations or politics.

**Category**
International humanitarian aid and relief, Politics