countries which, like Spain, have on many occasions shown, as they continue to show day by day, their interest in contributing effectively to this process. We consider that in a world like this, which is increasingly interdependent, it would perhaps seem anachronistic to restrict efforts to deal with a problem of such enormous dimensions as that of multilateral disarmament to a limited number of countries. It might be necessary perhaps to rethink the structure and working methods of the Conference, and we could benefit from experience with the chemical weapons convention. I think the international climate would favour progress in this direction. I am convinced that such a step would give a vital boost to the disarmament negotiations and help to ensure universal endorsement of what is adopted in this Conference because, sooner or later, the restricted Conference on Disarmament will have to face the problem caused by having a limited number of members, as happens now. CD/PV.548 11 (Mr. Fernandez Ordonez. Spain) At the beginning of my statement I pointed out that the process of disarmament must make it possible to bring military reality into step with political reality, so that they both move at the same speed. The political reality, the reality that we are living through, has recently been undergoing a radical and very positive transformation. The consequence is that a different international political context is being formed before our eyes, in which disarmament will no longer be a Utopian and endless task, but a reality within our reach. The PRESIDENT : I thank His Excellency the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Spain for his important statement and for the kind words he addressed to the Chair. I now give the floor to the representative of Czechoslovakia, Mr. Pagac . Mr. PAGAC (Czechoslovakia): Mr. President, let me on behalf of the 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the process of disarmament and the need for a more inclusive and effective approach. It mentions the importance of international cooperation and the need to adapt the structure and working methods of the Conference to achieve progress in disarmament. The text does not mention any specific economic, social, or environmental issues, but rather focuses on the political and international aspects of disarmament.

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