62. His delegation accordingly believed that the International Youth Year should not be conceived merely as a commemorative year. Rather, it should be an occasion for drawing attention to the situation of youth and a leitmotif for undertaking concrete programmes of action on behalf of youth. That task was fundamental for the future of mankind. 63. Mr. QASIM (oman) said that young people were the pioneers of the future but that before 1970 the outlook for the young in his country had not been a promising one. They had had no chance to develop their potential for the benefit of their homeland because of the backward conditions which were the legacy of colonialism. The uprising in 1970, however, had created an opportunity for the youth of Oman to realize its aspirations. Now his country's youth was integrated into a new, dynamic society, in which it had an expanding role in formulating and carrying out development plans. 64. In Oman special emphasis was placed on educating young people to be more useful members of society, and to that end a fully developed educational system, including specialized professional schools and scientific colleges, had been established, to which youth was guaranteed access through numerous scholarships. An important aspect of the task of providing youth in oman with scientific and · professional training was that of inculcating in them a love of their homeland through educational guidance and protecting them against subversive propaganda. Young women in Oman were on an equal footing with men and they had an equal role in society. In sum, his country was convinced of the importance of the role of youth in implementing the ideals of the International Youth Year. 65. In conclusion, he noted that the Secretary-General, in his report in document A/39/262, had made proposals regarding the convening of a world Congress on Youth. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the empowerment and development of youth, particularly in Oman, highlighting the importance of education, training, and equal opportunities for young women. The discussion revolves around the International Youth Year and the role of youth in implementing its ideals. The text does not mention economic development, natural resources, industry, transport, or international trade.

**Category**
Education, Humanitarian aid and relief