attempted to annex that Territory. 9. In the Middle East, the Palestinian problem continued unabated. The same Powers that assisted the racist regime of South Africa refused to exert their influence to resolve a situation that had become a serious threat to international peace and security. His delegation reminded the Powers that supported racist regimes that peaceful changes were more amenable to democracy than violent changes. 9th meeting-2 May 1986 43 10. Mr. RODRIGO (Sri Lanka) said that from the Nations. The international community should eon- very beginning the United Nations had been the tinue to monitor those policies and apply the neces- major forum for combating racism. No society was sary pressure in order to eliminate that inhuman completely homogeneous, but societies with many system. races and ethnic groups were undoubtedly the most vulnerable to racist ideologies, a situation which must be faced frankly, honestly and decisively, without allowing tensions to be exacerbated by outside elements acting from political motives. 11. The reports submitted by States to the Commit­ tee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination had played a major role in providing information on how they faced racial problems. Moreover, the fact that that kind of dialogue was possible with a United Nations body was welcome and encouraging and showed a desire to establish societies free of racial discrimination. His country, which had just submit­ ted its second report, wished to reaffirm its full support for the principles and objectives of the Second Decade and for the preservation of a multira­ cial, multilingual and multireligious unitary State, despite the obstacles posed by some groups that were proposing the establishment of a mono-ethnic and racist State through violence and terrorism. 12. In the case of South Africa, the authorities, instead of promoting cultural diversity, were at­
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations, specifically the United Nations and its efforts to combat racism and promote human rights. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the text is a transcript of a speech or a report from a government representative. The topics discussed, such as the Palestinian problem and the situation in South Africa, suggest that the category should be related to international affairs, human rights, or social issues.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, International relations, Culture