a whole, could depend on its continued support. Huncrary 215. The tenth periodic report of Hungary (CERD/C/l72/Add,7) was considered by the Committee at its 876th meeting, held on 15 August 1990 (CERD/C/SR.876). 216. The report was introduced by the representative of the State party, who emphasized the numerous recent changes in his country which bore witness to its firm commitment to democracy. In accordance with the Constitution, as amended by an Act adapted in October 1989, Hungary now accepted the generally admitted rules of international law and the resultant obligations aimed, in particular, at -52- ensuring full respect for, and protection of, the fundamental right? of the individual. Many constitutional provisions relating to the presumption Of innocence, available remedies, and the conditions and duration of police custody and pre-trial detention had accordingly been amended. Similarly, the provisions of the Penal Code relating to crimes against the State and provisions of the law on criminal procedure relating to administrative detention and the jurisdiction of the military courts had undergone far-reaching revision. New laws concerning conscientious objectors, freedom of movement, and the establishment of a Constitutional Court and a parliamentary mediator had also been enacted, 217. The representative of the State party said that, in March 1989, Hungary had acceded to the I.951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. Although it had already received refugees of various origins, his country had never before had to confront an influx of refugees comparable to that of the Romanians, mostly Of Hungarian origin, which had taken place since 1987 and especiaXl.y Since March 1990. As early as 1988, an inter-ministerial commission and a special fund had been established to assist them; Reception centres had been set up, and residence permits and the necessary work permits were issued very Promptly. In 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the human rights situation in Hungary, specifically the country's compliance with the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (CERD). It mentions constitutional changes, laws related to police custody, penal code revisions, and the treatment of refugees. These topics suggest a focus on human rights and governance, rather than economic or environmental issues.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Education