this goal, I should like, with the co-operation of the members of the Committee, to start the meetings punctually. In order to utilize fully the time available, I will open the meet~ngs of the Committee at 10~30 a.m. and 3 p.m. sharp and will ~ndeavour to c::!lose.the meetings at .. l p.m ... and 6··p.m .. ···It is my conviction that such a policy would also obviate the need to hold night or weekend meetings. I shall convene the Committee only vrhen there is a suf'f'icient number .of speaRers~ to ensure adequate utilization of available resources. No meeting .. should be scheduled for thos·e days on vThich less than four delegations· have inscribed their names on the list of' speakers. In order to avoid unnecessary rush and to give ample time, I open the list of .. spea~e.rs for the general deb!:!.~~ _9n -:t?e d~sarmainent i terns, the first phase, as of · today. I tirge delegations to inscribe their names on the list of speakers tefore the Committee begins its substantive vrork; ·.The list of spealcers for the general . debaj:;e :-.. a:t;ld_._I .. emph,ase_ .. 11for .. the.general. debate:: .. -. l-Till be closed on .. 1£) .. Octo.ber at 6 p.m. BG/8 A/C.l/38/PV.2 31 (The Chairman) To facilitate the task of the Committee's officers, as ivell as the Secretariat, members of the Committee should submit draft resolutions as for in advance as feasible so as to provide sufficient time for consultations. The Secretariat has asked me to request members of the Committee to note that draft resolutions, amendments and co-sponsorships should be given in writing to the Secretariat in order to avoid any possible misunderstanding. Hith ree;ard to requests for accommodation in and use of conference rooms for group meetings, they may also be given in writing to the Secretariat. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a notice or announcement from the Chairman of a committee, outlining the schedule and procedures for meetings, as well as requests for draft resolutions and accommodations. The language used is formal and official, suggesting a high-level meeting or conference. The content does not explicitly relate to any specific sector or issue, but rather focuses on the organizational and logistical aspects of the meeting.

**Category**
International Relations, Institutional Affairs