538 (XX). Measures to ensure the effective and accelerated implementation of the Substantial New Programme of Action in the African least developed countries during the second half of the 1980s The Conference of Ministers, Recalling General Assembly resolutions 37/224 of 20 December 1982, 38/195 of 20 December 1983 and 39/174 of 17 December 1984 on the implementa­ tion of the Substantial New Programme of Action (SNPA) for the 1980s for the least developed countries, Recalling its resolution 397 (XV) of 12 April 1980 entrusting the Conference of Ministers of African Least Developed Countries with the responsibility for ensuring the co-ordination of efforts, establishing priorities, monitoring and evaluating progress under the Comprehensive New Programme of Action in African Least Developed Countries, and its resolution 503 (XIX) of 26 May 1984 on measures for the effective imple­ mentation of the Substantial New Programme of Action in African Least Developed Countries, Deeply concerned about the continued serious deterioration in the economic and social conditions of the African least developed countries exacerbated by the severe drought which has spread across the African region creating enormous imbalances in the food supply situation and consequently widespread famine, - 88 - Recognizing that there is therefore a need to assist the African least developed countries to effect the necessary structural changes, and that they will need increased aid from donors in order to achieve this objective, Noting with satisfaction the results of the Geneva meeting convened by the Secretary-General on the African economic crisis which was aimed at mobilizing the international community to provide the necessary financial and technical assistance in favour of African countries, especially the least developed among them, Expressing deep concern and disappointment at the painfully slow pace in the implementation of the Substantial New Programme of Action in 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be focused on the economic and social development of African least developed countries, specifically addressing the implementation of a program aimed at improving their economic and social conditions. The document mentions drought, famine, and the need for structural changes, which suggests a connection to the agricultural and food security sectors. However, the primary focus seems to be on economic development and international cooperation.

**Category**
Economic development, Humanitarian aid and relief