measures to halt the nuclear arms race. There must be a concerted demand for fuller recognition by the great Powers of the importance of peaceful coexistence, for sincere efforts on their part to defuse the regional tensions which create global instability and for their mutual renunciation of the use of nuclear weapons. The increasingly prolific transfer of conventional weapons is also cause for international concern. It is particularly regrettable when resources desperately needed for development are diverted to armaments and squandered on militaristic and expansionist policies. In many areas, the lesson is still to be learned that peace and stability cannot be achieved without the abandonment of oppressive policies which violate such fundamental human rights as the right of peoples to self-determination and independence, and without strict observance of such widely accepted principles as those of the non-use of force in international relations and the peaceful settlement of disputes. In the case of both nuclear and conventional weapons, the political and psychological climate for disarmament needs to be fostered by the consistent application of the principles of international law which flow from the United Nations Charter. EMS/17 A/C.l/40/PV.B 72 (Mr. Osman, Somalia) In conclusion, my delegation wishes to state its support for the world Disarmament Campaign, which has had marked success in its efforts to educate world public opinion on disarmament issues. With so little progress evident ~n other international efforts for disarmament, the continued and effective operation of th< Campaign should be ensured and further enhanced. We hope that it will receive the widest financial and moral support from States Members of the United Nations. The meeting rose at 1.15 p.m. 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on international relations, disarmament, and peaceful coexistence, indicating that it is related to global politics and security. The discussion of weapons, international law, and the United Nations Charter also suggests a strong connection to international affairs.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief