Bearing in mind the continuing efforts of the United Nations in this field, Recognizing that the United Nations continues to receive information relevant to this subject in other contexts, Takes note of the reports of the Secretary-General2 containing information received from certain Govern­ ments concerning action taken in compliance with Gen­ eral Assembly resolutions 1779 (XVII) and 2019 (XX). 1452nd plenary meeting, 26 October 1966. 2144 (XXI). Question of the violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms, includ­ ing policies of racial discrimination and segregation and of apartheid, in all coun­ tries, with particular reference to colonial and other dependent countries and terri­ tories A The General Assembly, Noting Economic and Social Council resolution 1164 (XLI) of 5 August 1966, Confirming that the United Nations has a fundamen­ tal interest in combating policies of apartheid and that, as a matter of urgency, ways and means must be de-r vised for their elimination, Bearing in mind the obligation of all Member States under Article 56 of the Charter of the United Nations to take joint and separate action in co-operation with the Organization for the achievement of the purposes set forth in Article 55, which include the promotion of universal respect for, and observance of, human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion, Convinced that gross violations of the rights and fundamental freedoms set forth in the Universal Decla­ ration of Human Rights continue to occur in certain countries, especially in colonies and dependent terri­ tories, involving discrimination on grounds of race, colour, sex, language and religion, and the suppression of freedom of expression and opinion, the right to life, liberty and security of person and the right to protection by independent and impartial judicial organs, and that these violations are designed to stifle the legitimate 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms, particularly in colonies and dependent territories, and the need for the United Nations to take action to eliminate policies of apartheid and racial discrimination. It emphasizes the importance of promoting universal respect for and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction. The text does not seem to be related to economic development, natural resources, or industry, but rather focuses on human rights and international cooperation.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Human rights