example, contributing to the Organization’s peace-keeping operations, by our firm support, in deeds as well as in words, for United Nations efforts in the economic, social and technical fields and by our efforts in the Security Council. 227. The Council, on which ‘the Charter of the United Nations confers primary responsibility for the mainte- nance of international peace and security, has-for rea- sons known to everyone-to a large extent been deprived of its ability to fulfil its original vocation. Achievements, however, do not have to be complete to be real. I fully agree with the Secretary-General that in the real conditions of international life, the Council has played an essential and often central role in providing stability and limiting conflict. 228. My Government has carefully considered how Den- mark, as a member of the Council, can best contribute to the further strengthening of that organ in performing the tasks assigned to it in the Charter. 229. Our participation in the work of the Council is guided by two main considerations. 230. First, we strive to have the Council function as a forum of negotiation rather than debate. The Security .Council should clearly distinguish itself from the General Assembly. Both organs are important, but in separate ways. For the Council to maintain and enhance its author- ity and its real influence on world events, it is essential that it speak with one voice. It is therefore a constant endeav- our for Denmark to promote agreement in the Council. Unanimity is generally required for a clear and unequivo- cal signal to be sent from the Council to the parties to a conflict and to ensure that the Council’s decisions are actu- ally implemented. 231. Secondly, and this is related to the first point, we should like to see the Council approach regional conflicts 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the role of Denmark in the United Nations Security Council, focusing on the Council's ability to maintain international peace and security, and how Denmark can contribute to its effectiveness. The text does not mention specific economic, social, or environmental issues, but rather emphasizes the importance of the Security Council's role in international relations.

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