democratic manner. It was fully realized that independence alone would be meaningless if it was not possible to give material form to people's aspirations for a better life. What was being done in East Timor was precisely aimed at improving the living standards of the people -in other words, to increase the enjoyment of all aspects of human rights. Even though much still needed to be done, in the 14 years of the territory's integration with Indonesia the people of East Timor had benefited from the development process. Tremendous strides had been accomplished in all areas, specifically in the development of agriculture, health, education, public housing, communications and religious life. Those achievements were recognized by independent observers who had visited the province. The Central Government had given priority to the development of East Timor and welcomed the co-operation offered by foreign countries and organizations. 41. His delegation fully shared the view that achievements in the socio-economic field could not justify violations of civil and political rights. East Timor's equal status with Indonesia's other provinces was aimed at improving the enjoyment of rights and at ensuring a greater freedom to enter and leave the province. In fact, ever since the early period of integration, hundreds of people had left the province with the co-operation of international humanitarian organizations. 42. As part of its openness, Indonesia had adopted a more liberal immigration policy which facilitated a simple entry visa procedure for foreign visitors. In addition to visits by foreign dignitaries, representatives of certain organizations had visited the province as early as May 1989 and had been able to travel within the area without restrictions. Mention had often been made of reports of visits by individuals who had posed as tourists but who had subsequently claimed to have been eyewitnesses of particular events. Even 
**Analysis**
The text appears to discuss the development of East Timor, highlighting improvements in various sectors such as agriculture, health, education, and public housing. It also mentions the province's integration with Indonesia and the co-operation with foreign countries and organizations. The text seems to be focusing on the socioeconomic development of East Timor, rather than specific natural resources, industries, or international trade.

**Category**
Economic development, Health, Education