countries which have suffered the terrible horrors and effects of the war waged by the racist regime of South Africa, as well as for mankind at large, for the persistence of apartheid, with all its consequences and the actions undertaken to strengthen it, could cause the present con- flict and tension to result in unforeseeable consequences. 90. Indeed, the apartheid regime, the illegal occupation of Namibia and acts of aggression by the racist rtgime against other States of the region are at the core of the question of southern Africa. It is perfectly clear that the restoration of peace to the area requires the independence of Namibia and the elimination of the South African racist regime. In our view, therefore, the situation in southern Africa should be the object of the very closest attention during the current series of meetings, so that the Council may find the most effective means and the most just solutions for the settle- ment of the problems of the region, in accordance with the numerous resolutions already adopted by the Organiza- tion, particularly Council resolution 435 (1978). 91, But seven years after its adoption that resolution still remains unimplemented, in spite of its binding nature. This situation is a result not only of the intransigence of the racist rigime of South Africa, but also of the collusion of certain Western Powers which have pursued policies of connivance and alliance with the apartheid regime. Those policies include the linkage conceived by the United States Administration with the sole aim of delaying or even pre- venting the full and effective implementation of resolution 435 (1978). 92. Resolution 435 (1978) contains the legal and political basis for the solution of the problem of Namibian indepen- dence, and was adopted unanimously. It should be recalled 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic document discussing the situation in southern Africa, specifically the apartheid regime in South Africa and its effects on the region. The language used is formal and focuses on political and legal issues, indicating that the text is likely related to international relations and diplomacy. The document mentions specific resolutions and agreements, which suggests that the topic is related to international governance and politics.

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International Relations, Humanitarian aid and relief