text: Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The members of the Security Council welcome with satisfaction the successful conclusion of the elections in Namibia , certified by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General as free and fair, thus paving the way for the convening of the Constituent Assembly and the early independence of Namibia at a date to be determined by the Constituent Assembly. "The menbers of the Council congratulate the people of Namibia for the successful exercise of their democratic rights and look forward to the early independence of Namibia. They are deeply appreciative of the efforts of the Secretary-General,, his Special Representative and the United Nations Transition Assistance Group (UNTAG) for the role they have played, which attests to the effectiveness and credibility of the United Nations. m/1 S/PV.2893 3 (The President) "The metiers of the Council reaffirm the continuing important role Of the United Nations in the transition period in ensuring the implementation of the Settlement Plan, on the basis of its legal responsibility over Namibia until independence, so that the Constituent Assembly, reflecting the collective will of the people, can draw up and adopt, in accordance with the Settlement Plan and free from any interference , a Constitution that will accord sovereignty to Namibia. In this regard, they express support to the Secretary-General in his continuing efforts to ensure the full implementation of the Settlement Plan and request him to make the necessary arrangements under the Settlement Plan to safeguard the territorial integrity and security of Namibia. They also stress the importance of full compliance with all remaining provisions Of . resolution 435 (1978) in its original and definitive form. The metiers of the 
analysis: This text appears to be a statement from the United Nations Security Council regarding the independence of Namibia, specifically discussing the successful conclusion of elections, the role of the United Nations in the transition period, and the importance of implementing the Settlement Plan. Given the focus on international relations, politics, and governance, it is likely that this text falls under a category related to international affairs.