Namibian independence [see S/16237]. Since then not only has implementation of the plan been deadlocked, but Pretoria has gone even further in its efforts to subvert that plan, to impose an internal settlement on Namibia and to entrench itself more firmly in the Territory. 30. Thus, it is not only appropriate but imperative for the United Nations, and specifically the Council, to reas- sert its authority and primary responsibility over Na- 3 mibia and to take urgent measures to ensure that the United Nations plan is immediately and effectively imple- mented, without any modifications, qualifications or preconditions. 3 1. We may perhaps ask ourselves: what is it that drives South Africa to maintain its illegal stranglehold on Na- mibia? What are the factors that enable it to withstand the pressure of world-wide censure and to defy with impunity all Council decisions relevant to Namibia? What can and should be done to overcome the obstacles that have rendered the United Nations plan virtually a dead letter? 32. Clearly, the leitmotiv for the continuing illegal occu-’ pation of Namibia is to be found in the inherent nature of the South African regime itself. It is a renegade rtgime which has as its core the obnoxious system of apartheid, a system pronounced by the United Nations a crime against the conscience and dignity of mankind, This hateful doc- trine has been implanted in Namibia as well, where it further compounds colonialism’s repulsive traits of politi- cal oppression, economic exploitation and social degra- dation. 33. Pretoria’s ruthless resort to brute force is anotRsr factor contributing to the prolonged agony of Namibia’s colonial plight. A massive military force of more than ‘100,000 troops, deployed throughout the Territory, sus- tains the repressive structure of its illegal occupation. The forced conscription of Namibians into the armed forces of 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic document discussing the situation in Namibia, specifically the country's independence and the occupation by South Africa. The language used is formal and critical, indicating that the text is likely a United Nations document. The content focuses on the political situation, mentioning apartheid, colonialism, and the occupation of Namibia. The text does not mention economic development, natural resources, or environmental issues, which suggests that the category related to these topics may not be the most fitting.

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