regret-and, I think, to the regret of all those who genuinely support the people of Namibia in its struggle for freedom and independence-that draft resolution was not brought to the vote. Everyone knows who prevented it being put to the ‘vote and why. 52. For its part, the Soviet Union will continue its unflag- ging support of the people of Namibia in its just struggle for freedom and independence against the outrageous upurtheid regime. We are confident that, sooner or later, despite the resistance of the forces of racism and imperial- ism, the just cause of the Namibian people will triumph. 53. Mr. de KEMOULARIA (France) (interpretation from French): The international community is increasingly irritated by South Africa’s delaying tactics and intransi- gence on the question of Namibia, 54. For its part, France wishes to reaffirm here the posi- tion stated on 31 May 1985 by its Prime Minister. If there has been no significant movement by the South African Government within 18 months, France will take unilateral economic measures against South Africa. 55. In the Council, France is prepared, when the time comes, to consider the adoption of appropriate measures under the Charter of the United Nations. We do not believe that now is the time to resort to measures on the basis of Chapter ,VII. 56. The PRESIDENT: Mr. Sam Nujoma, to whom the Council extended an invitation at its 2583rd meeting, wishes to make a further statement. With the consent of the Council, I call on him now, 57. Mr. NUJOMA: At the beginning of the debate, Mr. President, we declared our complete trust and confidence in your wise and enterprising leadership, convinced that you would steer the deliberations of the Council to a suc- cessful conclusion. You have not disappointed us in this regard, either -in terms of your judicious conduct of the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement made by representatives of various countries, discussing the situation in Namibia and the struggles of its people for freedom and independence. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with references to international organizations, resolutions, and sanctions. The focus is on politics and international relations, rather than specific economic, social, or environmental issues.

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