the population and conferring on refugees a status different from that of persons enjoying political asylum. 47. While it was clear that the peace in Central America was primarily the outcome of the efforts deployed by the countries of the region themselves, other initiatives had helped to introduce a climate conducive to slow but sure progress towards peace. One such initiative was the International Conference on Central American Refugees (CIREFCA) and it would be unfortimate if what was a historic undertaking could not be brought to a successful conclusion, 48. Mr. EIRIKSSON (Sweden) said that 10 per cent of the population of Central America had been uprooted by conflicts in recent decades. Since the holding, in May 1989, of the International Conference on Central American Refugees and the adoption of the Concerted Plan of Action for the region, a dialogue had begun among Governments, United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations and sponsors. Sweden looked forward to the participation and active support of many countries at the first international meeting of the Follow-up Committee to be held in New York on 27 and 28 June 1990. 49. Mr. NGO DINH KHA (Observer for Viet Nam) said that the question of the Indo-Chinese refugees was highly complex and called for concerted action, a collective commitment and a good deal of patience on the part of all the parties involved. It should be noted, however, that the Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) adopted a year earlier in Geneva had been implemented thanks to combined efforts of the international commixnity. 50. Viet Nam was doing everything it could to settle the refugee problem, which had posed a threat to its political, economic and social equilibrium. Aware of the difficulties confronting first-asylxjm countries and of its responsibilities as a country of origin, it had endeavoured to check illegal 
**Analysis**
The text primarily discusses international efforts and initiatives aimed at resolving conflicts and addressing refugee crises in Central America and Indo-China. It highlights the importance of cooperation among governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and sponsors in achieving peaceful outcomes and addressing humanitarian needs.

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