without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the provisional rules of procedure. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Moushoutas (Cypnrs), Mr. Davane (Mozambique). Ms. Gonthier (Sey- chelles) and Mr. Le Kim Chung (Viet Nam) took the places reserved for them at the side of the Council chamber. 6. The PRESIDENT: The first speaker is the representa- tive of the Federal Republic of Germany. I invite him to take a place at the Council table and to make his statement. 7. Mr. LAUTENSCHLAGER (Federal Republic of Germany): First, Sir, may I express my gratitude to you and the members of the Council for allowing my delega- tion to participate in this debate. This gives me the oppor- tunity to offer you my warm congratulations on your assumption of the presidency for the month of June. I am certain that the deliberations of the Council will benefit from your vast experience and proven diplomatic skill. 8. I wish also to express our appreciation to the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the representative of Thailand, who during the month of May guided the work of the Council in an exemplary manner. 9. The situation in southern Africa gives cause for great anxiety. My Government has observed with dismay the escalation of violence in South Africa over the past few weeks and notes with concern that the use of force has generally increased, not least due to excessive police action. It appeab to those holding responsibility in South Africa to create without delay a political order that will have the support of all South Africans. 10. In this context, the elimination of apartheid in South Africa by peaceful means remains a prime objective of our policy. The Government of the Federal Republic of 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or a speech given by the representative of the Federal Republic of Germany at a United Nations Council meeting. The topic of the speech is the situation in southern Africa, specifically the escalation of violence in South Africa and the need for a political order that will have the support of all South Africans. The speech does not mention economic development, natural resources, or environmental issues, but rather focuses on political and social issues.

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