of a so-called National Assembly, followed by the ,Council of Ministers in 1980. Lacking legitimacy, these arrange- ments failed, but the strengthening of a non-representative and illegal administration in Windhoek has continued. The fact that all these actions were declared null and void by the United Nations brought about no change in the South African attitude. 130. Against the background of the constant violation of resolutions adopted by the United Nations, the interna- tional community was recently confronted by another move by Pretoria when it announced that it would estab- lish an “interim mechanism for the internal administration of the Territory pending agreement on an internationally acceptable independence for Namibia”. In making this decision the South African Government would be taking into account the suggestions of a multi-party conference purportedly representing theNamibian people but in effect acting under the general guidance of interests residing out- side the Territory. 131. Two elements of the statement delivered by the South African Government inspired an immediate response. First, we were witnessing a new unilateral action taken by the illegal occupying Power. Secondly, Pretoria omitted reference to resolution 435 (1978), which it had already accepted in principle as the basis for Namibian independence. In a note issued on 3 May [S/I71511 the President of the Council stated that the establishment of the so-called interim government was seen by members of the Council as a measure contrary to the expressed will of the international community and was declared null and void, like all other unilateral actions taken by the illegal administration in Namibia. 132. The Brazilian Government condemns the decision to establish such an interim government in the Territory and adds its voice to the statement by the Council that reaffirmed that resolution 435 (1978) remains the only acceptable basis for a peaceful solution and an internation- 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or a communiqué from the Brazilian Government, discussing the situation in Namibia and the actions of the South African Government. It mentions international resolutions, the establishment of a government, and the violation of international law. Given the content, it seems likely that the category will be related to international relations or politics.

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