international terrorism since 1970. As a result of such studies the Organization approved in 1971 "The Convention to prevent and punish the acts of terrorism taking the form of crimes against persons and related extortion that are of international significance". Also, in fulfilment of subsequent resolutions from the General Assembly, the Organization has continued the studies of some aspects of terrorism, crimes against persons and related extortion. A synthesis of the background and actual studies of this subject done by the Organization of American States appears in "Report of the Committee on Juridical and Political Affairs on the study of resolution AG/RES.474 (X-0/84) and earlier resolutions concerning certain aspects of terrorism, assaults against persons and related extortion". ll The Permanent Council of the OAS approved and adopted this report during its session of 9 December 1983. In addition it agreed to give instructions to the General secretariat to consult with the member States on the observations and comments included in the report as well as to collect such comments. In conformity with this mandate from the Permanent Council, the General secretariat sent a note to States members of the OAS reiterating the aforementioned request. / ... ANNEX A/40/445 English Page 41 State, as at 5 August 1985, of signatures of, and ratifications of or accessions to, international conventions relating to various aspects of the problem of international terrorism (paragraph 8 of General Assembly resolution 34/145 of 17 December 1979) A. conventions in respect of which the Secretary-General of the united Nations performs depository functions ~ 1. Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Internationally Protected Persons, including Diplomatic Agents, adopted by the General Assembly of the united Nations on 14 December 1973 (entered into force on 20 February 1977, in accordance with article 17 (a)) Participant Argentina Australia Austria • Barbados 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international agreements and conventions related to terrorism, with a focus on the Organization of American States (OAS) and the United Nations. This suggests that the topic is more closely related to international relations and security rather than economic development, natural resources, or other areas.

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