27 May 1988

16th plenary meeting

Measures to combat racism and racial discrimination and the role of the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities

The Economic and Social Council,

Mindful of its resolution 1984/24 of 24 May 1984, in which it authorized the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities to entrust Mr. Asbjorn Eide with carrying out a study on the achievements of, and obstacles encountered during, the first Decade for Action to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination,

Having considered Sub-Commission resolution 1987/6 of 31 August 1987 and Commission on Human Rights resolution 1988/15 of 29 February 1988,

1. Authorizes the Special Rapporteur, Mr. Eide, to proceed with the collection of the information he needs to complete the study, as specified in his progress report;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to provide all necessary assistance to the Special Rapporteur in his efforts to collect the information he needs.