people of Palau. B. Economic, social and educational advancement 3. The Co~ncil notes that the peoples of the Trust Territory, in the exercise of their right to self-government as set out in Article 76 ~ of the Charter of the United Nations, have elected to assume full responsibility for administration in the economic, social and educational fields. 4. The Council considers that any difficulties over the interpretation of the new status agreements should be resolved bilaterally by the parties concerned in accordance with the procedures mutually agreed and laid down in the relevant new status agreements. 5. The Council notes the concerns of the Government of Palau regarding economic development and self-sufficiency. It shares the view that continued efforts are needed in this regard. It welcomes the recent improvements reported in the tourism and fisheries sectors. 6. The Council welcomes the steps taken by the Administering Authority to assist Palau in particular in the areas of fisheries enforcement, the campaign against drug trafficking and abuse, public health and safety, and the operation and maintenance of public works facilities. It hopes that further progress will continue to be made in these fields. / ... C. General TIL.1276 English Page 3 7. The Council notes with satisfaction the assurances given by the Administering Authority that it will continue to fulfil its responsibilities under the United Nations Charter and under the Trusteeship Agreement. ll 11 1989 Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, October 1, 1988 to September 30, 1989, forty-second annual report to the United Nations on the administration of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, transmitted by the United States of America to the United Nations pursuan t to Article 88 of the Charter of the United Nations (Department of the Interior). 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the administration of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, specifically Palau, and the efforts of the Administering Authority (the United States) to support the economic, social, and educational development of the people of Palau. The text highlights concerns about economic development and self-sufficiency, as well as efforts to improve fisheries enforcement, public health and safety, and the operation and maintenance of public works facilities.

**Category**
Economic development, Education