text: supported the strategy outlined by the High Commissioner and trusted that it would be pursued with vigour. It had no difficulty in joining the consensus on the report of the Temporary Working Group, but felt that the measures proposed were only a first step and that other, more substantial reforms would be necessary. In that regard, several issues merited attention. First, it would be sensible to establish a body within the framework of the Executive Committee to address the problem of the tmpredictability of income levels. Second, the distinction between General Programmes and Special Programmes was questionable, particularly as the conventions relating to refugees made no reference to "special" as opposed to "general" refugees. A global presentation of UNHCR's budget was long overdue. Likewise, the earmarking of funds for different categories of refugees was incompatible with the spirit of the Convention. On the other hand, it was time to heed the much-repeated calls to make a clear distinction between the Headquarters and field budgets. Lastly, it would be advisable to set aside 10 per cent of the UNHCR budget for exceptional operations that might be necessitated by new and unforeseeable emergency situations. 53. His delegation endorsed the downward revision of the target for 1990 to $378.9 million and had no difficulty in approving the proposed overall budget. The High Commissioner could count on the continued support of the Belgian Government, which was increasing its contribution to the General Programmes by 15 per cent for the current year. 54. Mr. LEVITTE (France) said that his country would lend its resolute support to UNHCR, which had a tmique responsibility in providing protection and assistance to all the 15 million people who today depended entirely on the international community for their survival and their future. That support went to all the exceptionally devoted staff of UNHCR and especially to the 
analysis: The text discusses the budget and strategy of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), highlighting the importance of providing protection and assistance to refugees. It touches on various aspects of the organization's work, including budget allocation, funding, and policy reforms. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a high-level discussion among government representatives.