text: Mr, Fan Guoxiang (China) withdrew. CERD/C/SR.869 page 17 Tenth periodic report of the Czech and Slovak Federal Republic (CERD/C/172/Add.5) At the invitation of the Chairman. Mr. Kralik (Czech and Slovak Federal Republic) took a place at the Committee table. Mr, KRALIK (Czech and Slovak Federal Republic) said that since the submission of the tenth periodic report of the Czech and Slovak Federal Republic, much had changed in Central and Eastern Europe, including his country where efforts were being made to secure consistent implementation of the commitments assumed under the Convention. The changes were reflected in a new approach by his Government to international co-operation in the field of human rights and fundamental freedoms. It was, however, obvious that problems continued to exist with respect to protection against racism and racial discrimination. As in the case of all the newly democratic countries of Central and Eastern Europe, relations among members of various national and ethnic minorities were among the most pressing problems. Referring to recent manifestations of racial intolerance involving gypsies or Vietnamese workers, he said that his Government, which was desirous of consistently meeting its commitments, pursued a policy aimed at the elimination of racial discrimination in all its forms. It regarded the rights of minorities as a specific part of fundamental human rights and was convinced that it would find common solutions making use of valid treaties and existing international mechanisms. The fundamental social and political changes that had taken place since the submission of the tenth periodic report were also reflected in the rule of law and its application by state authorities. New laws in both national republics and at a federal level were under preparation and would be followed by an extensive recodification of Czechoslovak law. Work was under way on the 
analysis: The text appears to be discussing the Czech and Slovak Federal Republic's efforts to implement human rights and fundamental freedoms, with a specific focus on combating racism and racial discrimination. The language used is formal and official, suggesting a report or statement made by the government or a government representative. The text does not mention economic development, natural resources, or other specific sectors, but rather focuses on the social and political aspects of the country.