confidence-building and transparency in the peaceful uses of outer space. In addition, it would have positive effects which complement other proposals before the Conference, such as those relating to the definition of a code of conduct on space activities, which require as a basic pre-condition a reliable and systematic survey of objects launched into outer space. Last week the Conference had the welcome opportunity to receive Ambassador Burt and Ambassador Nazarkin, who presented a detailed diagnosis and prognosis of the negotiations which the United States and the Soviet Union are conducting on nuclear and space matters. CD/PV.566 13 (Mr, Garcia Moritan. Argentina) On the subject of defence and outer space, we received confirmation once again that, unfortunately, in this area differences continue to be considerable and that, for the moment, no agreement is in sight. Nevertheless, from the information received it emerges clearly that perhaps the only sector in the context of the Space and Defense Talks in which there has been some progress is that of the drafting of a "Protocol on Predictability Measures" which will include an exchange of information, inspection of laboratories, etc. The measures proposed by the United States delegation are focused on activities associated with the space programme of that country which might cause concern or mistrust on the part of the Soviet Union. It is our belief that if on the bilateral level there is effective progress on initiatives such as that described, nothing should stand in the way of strengthening on the multilateral level an instrument like the Registration Convention, which undoubtedly supplements the criterion and the stated goals of a measure such as the one the United States has proposed in its bilateral negotiations with the Soviet Union. If, as we believe, the criterion is the same and if the objectives 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the peaceful uses of outer space, the registration of objects launched into space, and the negotiation of a protocol on predictability measures for defense and space activities. It highlights the importance of transparency and confidence-building in the space program and the potential for progress in bilateral negotiations to strengthen multilateral agreements. These themes suggest that the category should be related to science and technology, as well as international relations.

**Category**
Science and technology, International trade