of this category of weapons of mass destruction is well and good; however, we should go beyond that and tackle the issue from the source and the maintenance of international peace and security must not rest solely on the presumption of the highest standard of behaviour by some States. If the use of chemical weapons is reprehensible, so should be their development, production, stockpiling and transfer. International emotion should not only be whipped up when there is suspected use of chemical weapons. There must be a sustained international effort to eliminate these weapons from the arsenals of those who possess them. We have come to a crucial stage in the consideration of this agenda item. Ambassador Hyltenius's consultations on a number of issues, especially on challenge inspection, have not only helped to illuminate the very complex and sensitive nature of the issues, but are also helping the Committee to find its way, as it were, through the maze. The Chairman's proposal on challenge inspection, now christened inspection on request, has received considerable attention. Specific issues like the mandate, the role of observers, the CD/PV.570 29 (Mr, Azikiwe. Nigeria) powers of the Director-General, alternative measures, managed access and the report deserve mention. I will however direct my comments to two of these issues, namely, the observers and managed access. My delegation agrees with the prevailing view that an observer should be present during an inspection. It is only his presence that can reassure the requesting State, without necessarily calling into question the impartiality and integrity of the inspection team. My delegation also endorses the view that his role is to observe the conduct of the inspection, although the extent of access he can be granted is not yet clearly defined. An observer who is 
**Analysis**
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**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief