might be argued that a partial solution would not be the most appropriate now since, rather than helping to break the deadlock, it might generate imbalance and exacerbate the current lack of decision. During the consultations we have supported the reorganization of the sessions so that as from next year we have three sessions of 10, 7 and 7 weeks respectively. We note with satisfaction that this new distribution would win the support of all delegations; that will make it possible, among other things, to have more pauses for the inevitable consultations and co-ordination with our respective capitals. Provided, that is, we make proposals for amendments to avoid the long and sterile discussions concerning mandates and programmes of work. It is a good idea to leave open the possibility of having some type of activity in the inter-sessional period with a view to defining the consensus about mandates or programmes of work, but we must not lose sight of the fact that it is one thing to examine the improvement of the mandate of a pre-existing subsidiary organ and something very different to reach agreement on the mandate of a subsidiary organ that is about to be established. In the latter case, the inter-sessional work will be of the greatest importance and care must be taken to ensure that the consultations involve all the States members of the Conference. However, concerning the first case, that is, the refinement of the mandate or the agreeing of the programme of work of an existing subsidiary organ, my delegation would like to restate the point of view it expressed at the inaugural meeting of the Ad hoc Committee on item 1 to the effect that, in CD/PV.570 32 (Mr. Calderon, Peru) addition to the inter-sessional work entrusted to the President of the CD, on 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the organization and procedures of a conference or committee, specifically the reorganization of sessions and the need for careful consideration of mandates and programs of work. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the context is international or intergovernmental. The text does not mention specific economic, environmental, or social issues, but rather focuses on the process and logistics of decision-making.

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International relations, Administration and Organization