The Conference of Ministers in resolution 543 (XX) requested the Executive Secretary to undertake two major studies, namely: (a) To prepare a report on the issues identified in ECOSOC resolution 1982/22, with special emphasis on those issues of particular concern for or relevance to Africa, so as to ensure that the substance of this report is taken into full consideration in the agenda of and documentation for the interregional consultation on social welfare policies and programmes to be held in 1987; (b) To carry out an in-depth study of the situation of African migrant workers, in both sending and receiving countries in order to elicit the appropriate actions and measures to be taken towards the promotion of the welfare and protection of the rights of the migrant workers and their families. However, no manpower resources had been provided under the regular budget for implementation of the above programme elements. Recognizing the urgent need for implementing these projects, the Conference of Ministers requested the provision of adequate resources to enable the Commission to effectively carry out the above work. - 128 - The financial implications are as follows: 1. Interregional consultation on social welfare policies and programmes Consultants1 fees (2 consultants 8 m/m) Travel and per diem of consultants General temporary assistance 32 25 5 000 000 000 Total 62 000 The situation of African migrant workers Consultants' fees (3 consultants (North, West and Southern Africa) 12 m/m Travel and per diem of consultants General temporary assistance 48 35 6 000 000 000 Total 89 000 Grand total 151 000 G. Resolution 544 (XX). United Nations Transport and Communications Decade in Africa 1. Fifth session of the Conference of African Ministers of Transport, Communications and Planning: Financial implications It is planned to hold the fifth session of the Conference of African 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the implementation of projects and programs related to social welfare, labor, and economic development in Africa. The studies mentioned focus on issues such as social welfare policies, migrant workers, and transport and communications, which suggests a strong connection to economic development and employment.

**Category**
Employment, Transport and communication