In connection vdth documentation, I should like to indicate that over the years the General Assembly has adopted a number of resolutions on the control and limitation of documentation containing measures designed to make the most effective and economical use of this vital but very expensive element of the services. These rules have been summarized in document A/INF/136/Rev.l. I would therefore at the outset request all delegations strictly to limit any requests for additional documents. This is necessary, as representatives are aware, ovling to the tremendous pressures on the Secretariat during the General Assembly as far as the preparation, typing, translation and distribution of documents are concerned. May I particularly appeal to members to take those provisions which I have mentioned into account. It would also be appreciated if delegations would provide the conference officers with 20 copies of a statement when a prepared text is to be delivered. As representatives know, the General Assembly, at its third plenary meeting on 23 September, decided that smoking should be discouraged in large conference rooms. I therefore appeal to all members of the Committee kindly to comply with the decision of the General Assembly. I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Committee to rule 110 of the rules of procedure, which reads as follows: 11Congratulations to the officers of a Main Committee shall not be expressed except by the Chairman of the previous session -or, in his absence, by a member of his delegation -after all the officers of the Committee have been elected.11 I hope this rule, as well as other rules pertaining to the Committee's work and proceedings, lrill be strictly observed by all delegations. BG/8 A/C.l/38/PV.2 32 I:f no delegation "Tishes to make any observations or remarks at this stage, I propose to adjourn the meeting. As decicled, ·the Committee 'lvill 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a procedural document related to the United Nations General Assembly, discussing rules and guidelines for the preparation and distribution of documents, as well as decorum and etiquette in the meeting room. The content is not specific to a particular sector or industry, but rather focuses on the administrative and logistical aspects of the General Assembly's work.

**Category**
International relations, Administration