co-operation between the Trusteeship Council and the Committee in relation to the Trust Territory despite the expressed readiness of the Committee to engage in such co-operation. (5) The Special Committee recalls its previous appeals to the Administering Authority that the people of the Trust Territory should be given the fullest opportunity to inform and educate themselves about the various options open to them in the exercise of their inalienable right to self-determination and independence, and expresses the view that such programmes should be extended and reinforced. The Committee recognizes that it is ultimately for the people of the Trust Territory to decide their political destiny, and calls upon the Administering Authority not to fragment the Territory or take any action against the wishes of the people as expressed in any genuine act of self-determination or their rights in accordance with the Declaration. (6) The Special Committee stresses the need to preserve the cultural identity and heritage of the Micronesian people and calls upon the Administering Authority to take all necessary steps towards that end. (7) The Special Committee takes note of the intention of the Administering Authority to seek the termination of the Trusteeship Agreement and urges the Administering Authority to ensure that this is in strict conformity with the Charter. (8) The Special Committee notes the disputes which have arisen between the local authorities of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Administering Authority in relation to the Covenant to establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with the United States of America. 4/ It also notes that the referendum held in Palau on 6 February 1990 on the Compact of Pree Association failed to attain the 75 per cent majority required under the Palau Constitution. 5/ The Committee reiterates its call upon the Administering Authority in that connection to 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the political development and governance of the Trust Territory, specifically the rights of the Micronesian people to self-determination and independence. It also touches on the cultural identity and heritage of the Micronesian people, as well as disputes between local authorities and the Administering Authority. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a focus on international relations and governance.

**Category**
Culture, Humanitarian aid and relief