States and peoples of the anti-Hitler coalition, together with all fighters against war and oppression, we are observing the fortieth anniversary of the victory over fascism which created the conditions for founding the United Nations Organization. With good reason much has been said and written about the historical lessons from the most devastating of all wars, the second world war, and the most important conclusion that has been drawn is that there is a need and duty to combat war before the weapons speak. All those vested with responsibility for the future of their peoples must, in taking action in the present, heed this lesson from the tragic events of the past. That is the will of the peoples. The call to preserve and strengthen the world peace won at such great cost is becoming louder and louder all over the world. At the same time we are well aware that much remains to be done to secure the very existence of present and future generations. The prevention of nuclear war is a task affecting the very survival of mankind, because what is at stake today is either to survive together or to perish together. The German Democratic Republic advocates a recovery of the international situation, a halt to the arms race on Earth and the prevention of the militarization of outer space. In working along these lines, it is fulfilling its constitutional mandate, that is, to do everything possible to ensure that never again will war be launched from German soil, but only peace. That will always be true of the German Democratic Republic. JVM/10 A/C.l/40/PV.4 38-40 (Mr. Ott, German Democratic Republic) The arms build-up and a policy of confrontation, in particular the attempt to reach for outer space with military means in order to attain strategic superiority 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement or declaration from the German Democratic Republic, emphasizing the importance of preventing war and promoting international peace and security. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a focus on international relations and politics rather than economic or social issues. The text mentions the need to prevent nuclear war and halt the arms race, indicating a concern for global security and stability.

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