chemical-weapons production programmes of the two declared possessors. Who today is prepared to take on a comparable commitment among the producing countries, either presumed or potential, and which have so far declared nothing with respect to their real capacities? It seems to us then, in short, that we should keep a sense of proportion here. The so-called 2-per-cent question is a delicate one, it is true, but I see that the two signatories to the agreement recognize themselves that the solution they are proposing is imperfect in comparison with the convention. Since we are all seeking universality, let us try to find together, on the basis of this proposal and others the means to ensure the adherence of all countries to the convention. The legal questions have both advanced and become more important. For the first time, we have a practical, coherent procedure for amending the convention. We should therefore draw the necessary consequences from the situation and adopt it in Appendix I. We have also made progress on the peaceful settlement of disputes by clearly leaving the choice to States and by spelling out the role of the Executive Council. Things are less well advanced as regards sanctions, and that is not surprising, since the Committee only took up this question last year; but we have, nevertheless, made very good CD/PV.570 15 (Mr. Morel. France) progress in drawing up the guidelines to serve as a basis for the drafting of the relevant article. At the same time, the question of the relationship between the convention and the 1925 Protocol, that is, of usage, is of growing importance and must be handled with all the requisite tact. It is, to be sure, regrettable that not all delegations are of exactly the same opinion on 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic discussion about a treaty or convention related to chemical weapons, mentioning specific aspects such as production, capacities, and procedures. The language used is formal and technical, suggesting a focus on international relations and governance rather than a specific sector like economy or industry.

**Category**
International relations, Science and technology