conquest of space. We are in fact only at the very beginning of a substantial treatment of this complex issue, while very important proposals requiring urgent consideration such as, for example, those relating to the ban of ASAT weapons, satellite immunity, etc., are going past us. If we cannot take an essential step forward towards full negotiations, we have to do our utmost to at least orient ourselves in two ways. The first would be an elaboration of confidence-building measures, since experience has shown that there, where we cannot negotiate disarmament measures, we can undertake serious preparatory steps through enhancing confidence and security. Many ideas have already been generated in this field such as the proposal to establish "a code of conduct for space activities", for example. The second would be the strengthening of the existing, but insufficient, legal regime, which would, inter alia, lead to avoiding the development and deployment of space weapons and cover measures of verification. The Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space, providing specific information about the nature of these objects, should be enhanced both in scone and function. We welcome the participation of experts in the Committee's work, which raises the debate to a higher level and certainly contributes to a comprehensive understanding of this complex issue. There are many ideas and proposals in circulation, so that the Committee can as from now embark, without exaggerated ambition, on substantive work, on those problems ripe to be multilaterally considered. In conclusion, I would wish to point out that this is not a complete review of problems but an effort to see, in the light of the positive evolution in the world, which roads we can, gradually but continually, follow to reach our goals and to see better what our prospects are. Our Conference 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the regulation and governance of space activities, including issues related to disarmament, security, and the protection of space assets. It mentions specific proposals and initiatives, such as the ban of ASAT weapons and the establishment of a code of conduct for space activities. The text also references existing legal frameworks and the need for their enhancement. These themes suggest that the text is more focused on the scientific and technological aspects of space exploration, rather than economic or social issues.

**Category**
Science and technology, International relations