programme and the merging of the consultations comprising elements 4.9 and 4.15 of the same programme had been effected in order to realize savings. However, he would like to have further clarification from the Oontroller as to the amount of savings that would result from the merging of the two consultations. With regard to the three programme elements recommended for deletion by CPC, the Secretariat appeared to be of the view tha~since the Economic and Social Council had called for follow-up to those elements, their financial implications would be the same. However, he wished to point out that the output shown in the budget for programme element 4.10 consisted of substantive servicing of the second consultation on industrial financing, which was quite different from a simple follow-up action. Furthermore, it should be recalled that the consultations on the wood and wood products industry would be completed during the current biennium and that follow-up to them might be more appropriately placed in the context of the industrial operations programme. The Industrial Development Board had identified six areas of highest priority for consultations in the 1984-1985 biennium and another six areas for the 1986-1987 biennium, his delegation consequently believed that UNIDO efforts should be concentrated in those areas. 2. He proposed that when the Committee approved section 17 of the budget it should invite the Advisory Oommittee to look into the recommendations of CPC and the Economic and Social Council to see if the Secretariat's conclusions regarding financial implications were justified. 3. Mr. FORAN (Oontroller) pointed out that section VI of Economic and Social Council resolution 1983/49 endorsed the recommendations contained in paragraphs 286 (c) and (d) of the CPC report, subject to review by the Industrial Development Board. Furthermore, the resolution requested the Secretary-General to 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the merging of consultations, financial implications, and prioritization of areas for consultations, all of which are related to the field of industry and economic development. It seems that the topic is focused on the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and its activities, which suggests a strong connection to industry and economic development.

**Category**
Industry, Economic development