colonialism by disseminating information on the current problems of decolonisation and to render support to the peoples of the colonial countries. (10) The Special Committee further appeals to the mass media to contribute to increasing public awareness of the close link between the struggle against colonialism and the struggle for international peace and security, in conformity with the provisions of the Charter and of the Declaration. (11) The Special Committee expresses the view that the mass media could provide broader coverage of events and activities relating to the struggle against colonialism, such as conferences, seminars and round tables, as well as meetings of United Nations organs dealing with a particular question, and the publication and wide distribution of pertinent resolutions and decisions of such bodies. (12) The Special Committee should continue, in pursuance of its mandate, to consider new ways and means of increasing the effectiveness of the dissemination of information relating to decolonisation. To this end, the Committee should, inter alia, hold consultations with non-United Nations media interested in the dissemination of information on decolonisation. 12. The 282nd report of the Sub-Committee (A/AC.109/L.1723), adopted by the Special Committee at its 1364thmeeting, on 2 August 1990 (see para. 7) contained the following conclusions and recommendations^ (1) The Special Committee expresses the view that non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are playing an important role in the decolonisation process, particularly through their widespread dissemination of information on the situation in the remaining colonial Territories, i.e., by disseminating information on the position of the United Nations with regard to decolonisation, by monitoring the activities of foreign economic interests impeding the implementation of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples, contained in General Assembly resolution 1514 (^V) of 14 December 1960, by disseminating information on the aims, 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the dissemination of information related to decolonization, colonialism, and the struggle for international peace and security. It discusses the role of various entities, including the United Nations, mass media, and non-governmental organizations, in promoting awareness and understanding of these issues. Given this focus on international relations and global issues, it is likely that the text falls under a category related to international cooperation and global governance.

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