text: (Pakistan), Mr. Kam (Panama), Mr. Nowak (Poland), Mr. von Schirnding (South Africa), Mr. Wgewardane (Sri Lanka), 1 Mr. Birido (Sudan), Mr. AI-Atassi (Syrian Arab Republic), Mr. Turkmen (Turkey), Mr. Otunnu (Uganda), Mr. Mkapa (United Republic of Tanzania), Mr. Golob (Yugoslavia) and Mr. Goma (Zambia) took the places reservedfor them at the side of the Council chamber. 5. The PRESIDENT: I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Cyprus, Mozambique, Seychelles and Viet Nam in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the provisional rules of procedure. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Moushoutas (Cypnrs), Mr. Davane (Mozambique). Ms. Gonthier (Sey- chelles) and Mr. Le Kim Chung (Viet Nam) took the places reserved for them at the side of the Council chamber. 6. The PRESIDENT: The first speaker is the representa- tive of the Federal Republic of Germany. I invite him to take a place at the Council table and to make his statement. 7. Mr. LAUTENSCHLAGER (Federal Republic of Germany): First, Sir, may I express my gratitude to you and the members of the Council for allowing my delega- tion to participate in this debate. This gives me the oppor- tunity to offer you my warm congratulations on your assumption of the presidency for the month of June. I am certain that the deliberations of the Council will benefit from your vast experience and proven diplomatic skill. 8. I wish also to express our appreciation to the Minister 
analysis: The text appears to be a meeting summary or minutes of a United Nations Security Council meeting. The speakers are representatives from various countries, and the discussion seems to be about a specific agenda item. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with expressions of gratitude and congratulations. This suggests that the topic is likely related to international relations, diplomacy, or politics, rather than a specific sector or industry.