some specific topics the chairmen of the relevant subsidiary organs might pursue their consultations in order eventually to be able to hand over to their successors a more fluid situation that would facilitate the next year's negotiations. A specific example might well be agenda item 1, on which Ambassador Donowaki could continue holding consultations during the inter-sessional period in order to have a suitable programme of work next year. While it is certain that for the time being the rule of consensus in the CD cannot be changed, opposition to consensus on procedural matters should not be obstructionist, but positive in nature, so that no State member of the Conference can be in a position to veto or oppose the general feeling. On this matter, I think it is appropriate to emphasize the constructive attitude of some countries members of this forum, those which, despite not being in agreement with the course of the negotiations on certain topics, are not objecting to the existing consensus even though they may decide to remain outside the negotiating process for a while. We must require a similar constructive attitude from those who individually are not in harmony with the general and majority trend in the Conference. Another question of the utmost importance for this Conference is the agenda. As I said earlier, some of the topics that appear on the agenda are directly related to the concept of blocs, which is now being superseded. For this reason, it is desirable that the agenda of the Conference should be brought into line with the fluid international situation as soon as possible, lest the present escape us, as Flaubert used to say. Many delegations have made proposals to this effect. It is not a mistake to say how paradoxical it is that, at a time when freedom is blossoming in the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international relations and diplomatic negotiations, specifically within the context of a conference or meeting. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a focus on international cooperation and coordination. The topics mentioned, such as consensus, agenda, and blocs, suggest a focus on international politics and governance.

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International trade, Politics