chean conflict. Sweden's concern for the humanitari­ an problems arising out of the conflict were well known. Her delegation had supported draft decision XIV, the first paragraph of which fully endorsed Commission on Human Rights resolution 1986/25. However, it could not subscribe to every formulation in that resolution. 72. Lastly, referring to draft decision X concerning the establishment of a working group of the Commis­ sion to examine situations referred to the Commis­ sion under Economic and Social Council resolution 1503 (XL VIII), her delegation had expressed its satisfaction in the Second (Social) Committee with the progress made in the United Nations and the Commission in standard-setting in the field of hu-100 Economic and Social Council-First Regular Session, 1986 man rights. However, it had regretted that the' Commission's achievements in implementing those standards were not equally impressive. 73. The confidential consideration of situations in certain countries was an important instrument in monitoring those human rights violations. That procedure had been established by Council resolu­ tion 1503 (XL VIII), and her delegation continued to support it. In carrying out its work, the Commission depended on the preparatory work of the Sub-Com­ mission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protec­ tion of Minorities, and her delegation therefore deeply regretted the decision to postpone the Sub­ Commission's 1986 session because of financial considerations. She hoped that such a measure would not have to be repeated in future years. 74. Mr. WAKE (United States of America), speak­ ing in explanation of his delegation's position on draft decision X, underlined the importance of preserving and even strengthening the confidential proceedings of the Commission on Human Rights as a tool for considering human rights violations brought to the attention of the United Nations by private persons. If the Sub-Commission did not meet 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the activities and decisions of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights, specifically regarding the handling of human rights violations and the implementation of human rights standards. The language used suggests a focus on international relations and governance, rather than any specific economic or environmental issue.

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