peaceful end to the conflict. In this con text, it is also the duty of the Council to ensure that the efEorta to bring about the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of the Iraqi forces from Kuwait and the restoration of the Legitimate Government of Kuwait afe taken under the an&it of the United Nations and not unilateral,ly, to avoid escalation and greater turmoil. Jswedd S/PIT. 2933 23 Mr. FOI;L’PER (Canada) : It is with a deep sense of regret that we find ourselves meeting here today to consider once again the armed Iraqi aggression against Kuwait. When we met last Thursday morning, the Council was clear and unequivmal in ita condamnation of the totally unacceptable and illegal Xraqi invasion and occupation of Kuwait. We then made it clear that the international community stood united in its damand that Iraq fmmadiately and unconditionally withdraw its EOrCeS from Kuwait. Therefore, we have been dismayed to learn that Iraq has not complied with ’ Security Council resolution 660 (1990); that its forces remain in Kuwait; that they appear to be consolidating their position ; and that Iraq has roved large numbers of troops near the border with neighbouring Saudi Arabia. This has increased the tensions and concerns in what was already a very volatile region. (spoke in French) The decicsione of the Council are binding on all Member States, including Iraq. Failure to comply with the terms of resolution 660 (1990) leaves this Council with no alternative but to oonsider *at further measures can be applied to give effect to the resolution. Canada has already imposed several bilateral measures against Iraq to show our unqualified opposftfan to the invasion and occupation of Kuwait and to demonstrate the consequences of failure to oomply with resolution 660 (1990). We have also 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement from the Canadian representative to the United Nations, discussing the situation in Kuwait and the need for Iraq to withdraw its forces. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the topic is a serious international issue. The text does not mention economic, natural, or environmental issues, and does not appear to be related to agriculture, forestry, fishing, industry, transport, communication, health, education, employment, or culture. However, it does mention international relations and conflict, which suggests that it may be related to international relations or humanitarian aid and relief.

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