With regard to peaceful uses of nuclear energy, Japan has not exported nuclear reactors or any related materials, nor has it extended any technical assistance, to South Africa. 6. Cultural, educational and sports contacts with South Africa are also strongly discouraged. The Ministry of Foreign Affair5 of Japan does not issue visas to South Africans who apply for entry into Japan for the purpose of cultural and educational exchanges or sporting activities. The Ministry is doing its best to assure that this policy is strictly enforced. 7. In order to assist the victims of apartheid, the Government of Japan has been supporting international humanitarian and educational efforts through funds and programmes of the United Nations. Japan’5 pledqed contributions in fiscal year 1965 are as follows: United Nations Trust Fund for South Africa 0 20 000 United Nation5 Educational and Training Programme for Southern Africa $200 000 Trust Fund for Publicity aqainst Apartheid $ 10 000 8. In August 1984, a deleqation was sent to Japan by the Special Committee against Apartheid to inform the Japanese public of the plight of women and children under apartheid in South Africa. During their stay the delegation met many people, both in the Government and in non-governmental organizations. Their visit, widely publicised in the Japanese news media, was of qreat value in enhancing Japanese understandinq of the sufferinq in South Africa. NORWAY [Original: English] l A. General 1. Norway considers the apartheid system in South Africa to be a serious violation of basic human riqhts and fundamental freedoms, as laid down in the Charter of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Apartheid also constitutes a serious source of tension in the region of southern Africa and represents a threat to international peace and security. The Norwegian 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing Japan's and Norway's stances on the apartheid system in South Africa, including their policies on cultural and educational exchanges, humanitarian aid, and international cooperation. The text also mentions the United Nations and its programs related to South Africa.

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