agenda of international bodies. Peru considered that it should be included in the agenda of the Commission's forty-seventh session, so that the Commission could consider the way in which human factors were taken into account in economic adjustment policies. His delegation would join other Latin American delegations in submitting a draft resolution to that effect. E/CN.4/1990/SR.16 page 13 54. Mr. ARTEAGA (Venezuela) said that agenda items 7 (a) and 8, on the right to an adequate standard of living and the right to development, were of capital importance for his delegation, and constituted a sensitive, specific and highly topical issue. At present, it was difficult not to begin every statement with a reference to the great upheaval which was taking place in the world political order, and which everyone expected to usher in a new era of solidarity and co-operation among the members of the international community. The consolidation of freedom and the democratization of societies were advancing apace, and the end of the century looked like being a time of liberalization, of intensified dialogue and of legitimate hope that the peoples of the world might realize their desire for détente and improved international economic relations, built necessarily on just foundations. 55. In the current situation, it seemed a logical assumption that the problems related to the right to development, such as the right of peoples to enjoy an adequate standard of living, might be discussed in an atmosphere of greater understanding and solidarity on the part of all countries. The present unique moment in time should not be allowed to slip away, when it was essential that its effects should be felt in other, and no less important, areas; nor should an event which was beneficial for some become prejudicial for others. His delegation had in mind the socio-economic situation of the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the importance of considering human factors in economic policies and the right to development, which suggests that the topic is related to economic development and human rights. The language used is diplomatic and focuses on the global political landscape, which implies that the topic is of international importance.

**Category**
Economic development, Humanitarian aid and relief