problems pertaining to the provision of foodstuffs to nationals from third countries stranded in Iraq and Kuwait. Resolution 666 (1990) also lays down a basis to guide our activities as we proceed in the future to enforce resolution 661 (1990). In particular, we feel that the procedures contained in the provisions of the resolution, detailed and specific as they are, will enable us to take prompt decisions and act expeditiously to take measures to respond to humanitarian circumstances affecting the welfare and well-being of innocent civilians caught in the midst of this tragic political quagmire. It is evident from the manner in which we have tried to proceed in the past few days that the lack of precise standards against which we could take decisions has held us back from making much progress. k?ow that we have crossed the kubicon by way of 'instituting guidelines , we could respond quickly and responsibly to requests by countries seeking special consideration , and effectively ralieve human suffering. We believe that this position is consistent with the successive resolutions that we have SO far adopted concerning the issue under consideration. We also remain convinced that it will help expedite the response to hummitarian concerns, without torsaicing the ultimate objective of the Council - namely, the effective and speedy implem9ntatiOQ Of its SuCCessiVe resolutions, starting with resolution 660 (1990). ECT/MGR WPY.2939 49-50 The (interpretation from Russian): I thank the Representative of Ethiopia for the kind words he aadressed to me. D (France) (interpretation from French): I should first like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council. I take this opportunity also of thanking Mr. Munteanu, who guided our work so well in August. Like my colleagues, I welcome the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom. I express warmest wishes for the complete success of 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the provision of foodstuffs to nationals from third countries stranded in Iraq and Kuwait, and the procedures to follow in order to respond to humanitarian circumstances. This suggests that the topic is related to humanitarian aid and relief, as well as international relations and politics.

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