pirate attacks, UNHCR and his Government had decided to extend the programme for another year. However, that was only a temporary remedy to mitigate the end resulte For a lasting soJ.ution, the problem should be tackled at its root: Viet Nam, the country of tÁ*fgltt, would havO to prevent its own people from fleeing the country to risk their lives at sea and facilitate the orderly departure of those of its people who had no wish to continue living in their homeland', 26, In conclusion, h© expressed his Government's grateful appreciation to the. donor countries¿ Thterhàtidnal organizations and other relief agencies, and to UNHCR in particuI^'r'>.for their valuable assistance to the Indo-Chinese refugees and displaced persons in Thailand. It earnestly hoped that humanitarian aid would continue lirttir thé last refugee had been granted an opportunity to depart from his country for a third country, to resume his normal life in peace, or else to return to his country of origin. 27. Mr. ANGLES (Ffance)^s'âid that, although 1983 had not been marked-by an increased in the total number 'of refugees," there were still many situations which gave riëô to concerns In his statement, -the High Commissioner had given a clear and impressive picture of the situation and had invited reflection on some fundamental issues. His Gevéríímént would not stint its support for UNHCR activities, particularly in its contribution to the general and special programmes and to the specific appeals made by the High Commissioner, 28, Due to thé lack of political settlement of a number of conflicts in recent years, there had been a perpetuation Of refugee situations which required durable solutions„ a basic element in the philosophy of UNHCR, Voluntary repatriation seemed the best solution in a number of cases, provided that its voluntary nature was scrupulously respected and the safety of the persons 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a speech or statement from a government representative or a UN official, discussing the situation of refugees and displaced persons in Thailand and the efforts of the UNHCR to assist them. The text focuses on the humanitarian aspect of the issue, highlighting the need for durable solutions and the importance of voluntary repatriation. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a high-level official or representative speaking.

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