sions of resolution 435 (1978). Furthermore, the South African Government is not authorized to delegate its responsibility for the implementation of the United Nations settlement plan to any political party in Namibia. 16. Resolution 435 (1978) makes no provision for any interim government to be installed by South Africa, but rather for the holding of free and fair elections under the supervision of the United Nations. We are faced with a development that further delays those free elections. Reso- lution 435 (1978) does not envision the holding of a con- stituent assembly outside the scope of the settlement envisaged by the United Nations. We would therefore have to regard the convening of such a constituent assem- bly as a step designed to keep the United Nations out of the process leading to a solution. The United Nations has called for a democratic solution which would give all political groups in Namibia a fair opportunity to help shape the political structure of a future independent Na- mibia. 17. We share the critical view expressed by many delega- 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 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing the political situation in Namibia, specifically the implementation of the United Nations settlement plan and the actions of the South African Government. It mentions elections, constitutional organs, and governmental authority, indicating a focus on political governance. The text also references international resolutions and the role of the United Nations, suggesting an international political context.

**Category**
International relations, Politics