His delegation had abstained in the vote as an join the consensus on draft decision X since it ind_ication of its support for the text on that subject attached great importance to action taken in pur- whtch had been proposed by the representative of suance of Economic and Social Council resolution Yugoslavia at the fortieth session of the General 1503 (XLVIII). Such action was severely impaired by Assembly. the deferment to 1987 of the thirty-ninth session of 57. Finally, his delegation had voted in favour of the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimina- draft decision IX, but wished to emphasize that the tion and Protection of Minorities, which constituted additional meetings of the Commission on Human a severe blow to United Nations activities in the field Rights which had been authorized should not be used of human rights. It was important that the adverse unless it was absolutely necessary to do so. He also consequences of that deferment should be overcome urged the Chairman of the Commission to do rapidly so that the United Nations would be able to everything possible to ensure that that body adhered fulfil legitimate expectations relating to the promo- to its timetable in 1987 and voiced support for the tion and encouragement of respect for human rights measures to organize the Commission's work more and fundamental freedoms for all. efficiently just proposed by the representative of 62. Mr. QUINN (Australia) said that his country France. had taken a vigorous stand against the activities of 58: Mr. ABOU HADID (Syrian Arab Republic) mercenaries, by, inter alia, enacting nationallegisla- satd that, although his delegation had wished to vote tion on the subject. However, it was his delegation's against draft decision II, its vote had erroneously view that a draft resolution on such an important 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international organizations, specifically the United Nations, and their activities related to human rights. The text mentions specific resolutions, commissions, and sessions, which suggests a focus on international governance and human rights. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a high-level discussion or report.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Human rights