1. The Govetnment of Ireland is unreservedly opposed to the apartheid system and believes that only its complete abolition can lead to a democratic, non-racial eociety founded on principles of eauality, justice and respect for human rights in South Africa. 2. Ireland has worked within the European Community to secure united action to brinq about an end to the apartheid system , and it fully endorses the statement made by Community Foreign Ministers on 23 July which, inter alia, demanded the release of Mr. Nelson Mandela and other political detainees as well as the repeal of discriminatory legislation such as the pass laws and the Group Areas Act. I understand that a copy of this statement will be circulated shortly as a document of the General Assembly (see A/40/508). 3. Ireland has consistently supported the adoption of graduated mandatory sanctions by the Security Counci i as a means of applyinq pressure on South Africa to abandon apartheid. In the case of the arms embargo imposed by Security Council resolution 418 (19771, Ireland has scrupulously observed its provisions. Details of action in this matter are being sent separately in response to the letter Of 6 June 1985 from the Chairman of the Special Committee. Ireland would also support a mandatory ban on imports of arms and related equipment from South Africa. 4. It is the policy of the Irish Government to avoid official contacts with South Africa. Ireland does not maintain a diplomatic mission in South Africa, and state-funded export or trade development bodies are not permitted to maintain off ices there. The Goverr,..ent does not encouraqe trade with South Africa. -19- 5. The Irish Government is conscious of the human suffering caused by apactheid and it contributes to the United Nations Trust Fund for South Africa. Ireland also 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement by the Government of Ireland regarding their stance on apartheid in South Africa. The focus is on political and human rights issues, with mentions of sanctions, diplomatic relations, and humanitarian aid. There is no discussion of economic development, natural resources, or other specific sectors.

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