of the Conference, not only create a favourable atmosphere but also offer a substantial indication of genuine commitment to the completion of our work on the convention and a contribution to making it universal in character. We therefore invite other States to join in this voluntary exchange of data as soon as possible. I would like to take this opportunity to make some observations on the present state of affairs in our negotiations on the convention. In many statements devoted to chemical weapons during the spring session, we have heard that the year 1990 should be a decisive one in our endeavours. We share this opinion. More than that, we consider that there are solid foundations for such an assertion. This is not only because of the favourable climate generated by the conferences in Paris and Canberra and the positive course of Soviet-American talks in this field. First and foremost, it is the progress made and material accumulated during the long years of negotiations which make the task of finalization of our efforts fully feasible. The results accomplished by the Committee during this year's session to date under the skilful chairmanship of Ambassador Hyltenius also confirm that progress is possible on even the most complicated issues, providing that all parties display maximum flexibility and readiness to reach consensus. I have in mind especially the advancement of work on the order of destruction of chemical weapons and chemical weapons production facilities. At the same time, this is just another positive example of the favourable impact of developments in the bilateral area on multilateral negotiations. Overall, however, the readiness of all parties in the negotiations to join in a common search for a mutually acceptable solution in so complex and difficult a matter has contributed to the final outcome.
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international diplomacy and negotiations related to the banning of chemical weapons, which suggests that it is related to international security and disarmament. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating that it is a statement made by a representative of a country or organization. The text does not mention any specific economic, environmental, or social issues, but rather focuses on the progress and potential outcome of international negotiations.

**Category**
International trade, Health