It is clear that it is not done only by South Africa and Portugal through Mozambique and Angola, which is a very well-known fact, but also by many countries, especially some big and industrialized ones. The figures shown in annex V indicate that Southern Rhodesian exports have almost reached the pre-sanctions levels ($399 million in 1965 compared to $379 million in 1971) and that imports have surpassed the pre-sanctions level ($334 million in 1965, compared to $395 million in 1971). The United States is continuing to import chrome and nickel from Southern Rhodesia in open contravention of the provisions of the relevant Security Council resolutions and contrary to the specific obligations assumed by all Governments under Article 25 of the Charter. According to an article published in The Times of London, on 24 February 1973, that country has imported more than $13 million worth of “strategic and critical commodities” from Southern Rho- desia since the adoption of the “Byrd amendment”. Despite all appeals, there are still no signs that legislation now in force will be repealed or even that the appropriate authorities are undertaking the necessary steps in that direction. Not only that, but the sanctions loop hole created by the Byrd amendment is used for the purpose of importing, at present, a variety of Rhodesian products -beryllium ore, asbestos and others. Unfortunately, ships from a score of States, some members of the Council, participate in this illegal trade. Recently three Boeing 707 jet aircraft were delivered to the illegal regime through clandestine commercial and complicated financial transac- tions. The latest information indicates that three locomo- tives produced by the Simmering-Graz-Pauker company have also found their way into Rhodesia. 40. At the beginning of this year an analysis was made of all cases of suspected or possible violations of sanctions 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the economic and trade relationships between Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) and other countries, including the United States, during a period of international sanctions. It highlights the apparent disregard for these sanctions by some countries, including the United States, and the impact on the economy of Southern Rhodesia. The text also mentions the importation of specific products, such as chrome, nickel, and locomotives.

**Category**
International trade, Industry