of its provisions without delay are necessary for the achievement of the goals of the Decade for Action to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination,4 Convinced that the proclamation of 1978 as Inter­ national Ami-Apartheid Year5 will contribute to the aims of the Convention, Bearing in mind the Maputo Declaration in Support of the Peoples of Zimbabwe and Namibia6 adopted by the International Conference in Support of the Peoples of Zimbabwe and Namibia, held at Maputo from 16 to 21 May 1977, and the Lagos Declaration for Action against Apartheid1 adopted by the World Conference for Action against Apartheid, held at Lagos from 22 to 26 August 1977, Taking note of the document referring to the Gen­ eral Declaration and the Programme of Action adopted by the World Conference against Apartheid, Racism and Colonialism in Southern Africa, held at Lisbon from 16 to 19 June 1977,8 Convinced that the legitimate struggle of the op­ pressed peoples in southern Africa against apartheid, colonialism and racial discrimination and the effective implementation of their inalienable and legitimate rights, including their right to self-determination, demand all necessary support by the international community, 1. Takes note of the report of the Secretary-Gen­ eral on the status of the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apart­ heid;0 < See resolution 3057 (XXVIII). 8 See Official Records of the General Assembly, Thirty- second Session, Supplement No. 22A (A/32/22/Add.l-3), document A/32/22/Add.2. «A/32/109/Rev.l-S/12344/Rev.l, annex V, sect. II. For the printed text, see Official Records of the Security Council, Thirty-second Year, Supplement for July, August and Sep­ tember 1977. TA/CONF.91/9 (United Nations publication. Sales No. E.77.X1V.2 and corrigendum), sect. X. SA/AC.115/L.467. 9 A/32/187. 158 2. Expresses its satisfaction with the increase in the number of States which have ratified the Convention or acceded thereto; 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic document discussing the implementation of the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid, and the efforts of the international community to combat racism and racial discrimination. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating that the text is likely related to international relations and human rights.

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