"The Chinese representative has informed me that China dissociates itself from this matter." At its 1765th meeting, on 8 April 1974, the Coun­ cil, following the adoption of its agenda, proceeded with the discussion of the item entitled 'The situation in the Middle East: report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Emergency Force (S/11248)".6 Resolution 346 ( 197 4) of 8 April 197-1 The Security Council, Recalling its resolutions 340 ( 1973) of 25 October and 341 (1973) of 27 October 1973 and the agree­ ment reached by members of the Security Council on 2 November 1973,7 Having reviewed the functioning of the United Na­ tions Emergency Force set up under these resolutions as reported by the Secretary-Genera~, Noting from the report of ,the Secretary-General of 1 April 1974 (S/11248) that in the present cir­ cumstances the operation of the United Nations Emer­ gency Force is still required, l. Expresses its appreciation to the States which have contributed troops to the United Nations Emer­ gency Force and to those which have made voluntary financial and material contributions for the supp<:Jr,t of the Force; 2. Expresses its appreciation to the Secretary-Gen­ eral for his efforts in implementing the decisions of the Security Council regarding the establishment and func­ tioning of the United Nations Emergency Force; 3. Commends the United Nations Emergency Force for its contribution to effo;t~ to achieve a just and durable peace in the Middle Eas,t; 4. Notes the Secretary-General's view that the dis­ engagement of Egyptian and Israeli forces is only a first step towards the settlement of ,the Middle East problem and that the continued operation of the United Nations Emergency Force is essential not only for the maintenance of the present quiet in the Egypt-Israel 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a resolution passed by the United Nations Security Council, discussing the situation in the Middle East and the operation of the United Nations Emergency Force. The text mentions the deployment of troops, financial and material contributions, and the efforts of the Secretary-General to implement the Council's decisions. Given the context, it is likely that the text is related to international relations, peacekeeping, and conflict resolution.

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