hy international reactionaries in recent years. It has been shown that relations of friembhip and co-operation among the countries of lndo-China and ASEAN arc an important factor for preserving peace and ,tahility in South-East Asia. ·1 hey should settle all dif­ fcrem.:e, through negotiation, in a spirit of g<ll•d neighhourliness. coexist in peace and co-operation and in friendship with one an­ other. ·1 hey should not let outside countries interfere and divide them or u,e the territory of one against another. and they should work togl'fher to huild So11th-1'.a,1 Asia into a 1one of pem.:e. ,tahil­ ity and co-operation. ·1 he three countries of lndo-China. with respect for their friendship with the peoj)lc of the United State,. express their desire to have normal relation, with the I lnitcd State, on the ha,i, of eq11ality. respect for i11.lepe11de111:e. ,ovt·rcignty mrd tcrritori:il integ­ rity. :111<1 nor1-intcrkre111:e in t·:,d1 co1n111 y , internal all;,ir,. 48 The three peoples of lndo-China express their sincere gratitude to the Soviet Union, the fraternal socialist countries, the non-aligned countries. international organizations and friends all over the five continents for the valuable support and assistance they gave to their just cause and are confident that in the future they will give the three peoples of Indo-China more support and assistance. The combat of the three peoples of Indo-China is today stauncher and its prospects brighter than ever in spite of the difficult and complicated circumstances it faces. Holding high the banner of peace and friendship, their solidarity combined to the force of the three revolutionary currents of our time, the three peoples of Indo­ China will certainly overcome all difficulties and trials, and will step forward to achieve new and still greater victories in the building and defence of their beloved motherlands, making worthy contribu­
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement or declaration by the governments or representatives of three countries, likely Indonesia, China, and ASEAN, emphasizing the importance of cooperation, peace, and friendship among them. The text does not mention specific economic, industrial, or technological issues, but rather focuses on the relationship between the countries and their desire for normal relations with the United States. The text also expresses gratitude to international organizations and friends for their support and assistance.

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