tions over the past few days that the measures now envis- aged come very close to constituting a unilateral declaration of independence. This would be to embark upon a road which directly affects the role of the United Nations in the task of resolving the Namibia problem. 18. Hence, South Africa’s institutional plans for Na- mibia have no prospect of being recognized by the Federal Republic of Germany, and are viewed with grave concern by my Government. In view of resolution 435 (1978) and 2 the Western settlement plan, it regards such unilateral measures for the installation of constitutional organs and for the delegation of governmental authority in Namibia as null and void. This we have made immediately and unmistakably clear, as have the other States members of the contact group. 19. Given that the South African Government too pro- fesses to recognize resolution 435 (1978) as the one and only international basis for a settlement of the Namibia question, my Government appeals to the South African Government to honour its obligations ensuing from that resolution without delay and not to compromise the cur- rent negotiating process by unilateral action such as the setting up of an interim government. 20. The history of the Namibia plan worked out by the United Nations is a history of demands and appeals addressed to the Government of South Africa. We see the recent development as a grave attempt by South Africa to evade those demands. It shows that in spite of all the verbal expressions of support for resolution 435 (1978) South Africa is not genuinely in favour of the course to be taken to bring about a settlement. In order to come closer to a result, we must convince South Africa that finding a solution in co-operation with the United Nations, in keep 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic communiqué, discussing the political situation in Namibia and the actions of the South African government. It mentions international resolutions, negotiations, and the role of the United Nations. The text is focused on the political aspect of the situation, rather than any specific economic, social, or environmental issues.

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International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief