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- ally recognized settlement of the Namibian question. 133. We are dismayed, however, at the reply to the Coun- cil’s statement made the next day by South Africa [S/17152, annex]. It tried to insinuate that it would not *Lact in a manner irreconcilable with the international settle- ment plan” as long as the present negotiations held “any real prospect of bringing about the genuine withdrawal of Cuban forces from Angola”. These references to the lin- kage theory further dim the prospects of effective imple- mentation of resolution 435 (1978) and the peaceful withdrawal of South Africa from Namibia. It seems that violence against neighbouring States is a weapon reserved by Pretoria to defend its presence in Namibia and its illegal 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a diplomatic document, likely a statement by the Brazilian Government, discussing a political crisis in Namibia. The language used is formal and diplomatic, and the content revolves around the establishment of an interim government, the linkage theory, and the implementation of a resolution (435/1978). The text does not mention economic, natural, or environmental issues, nor does it discuss human health, education, or employment. It seems to be focused on international relations, politics, and diplomacy.

**Category**
International relations, Politics