dctlons by North Korea, which have drastically helqhtened tensions, the mayor emphasis ot UNC has been to promote positive measures to reduce mi 1 i tary tpnsions. (The appendix to this report also discusses positive proposals presented by UNC at MAC meetinqs.) On the other hand, the North Koreans have misused these meetings to dissemlndte dIstorted political propaqanda, which falls outside tne purview c>t MAC anrl retuned to respond positively to any of the UNC initiatives to reduce mi 1 i tary tensions. Both meetings called by KPA/CPV were used by them for political propaqanda purposes. Durinq the reportinq period, UNC charqed the KPA/CPV side with more than 2,000 well substantiated Armistice Aqreement violations. These charges were passed expeditiously, either telephonically or throwh the tlaily joint duty ot titers’ meetinq in JSA, Panmunjom, to provide KPA/CPV an opportunity to cease onqoinq violations or to conduct timely investiqatiuns to prevent the recurrence ot similar violations. 4. Conclusions For more than 31 Years, MAC has been the only joint international mechanism and otficlal channel ot communication for the maintenance of the Armistice between the opposlnq military commanders in Korea. The United Nations Command and the Republic ot Korea have exercised great restraint in the face ot a continued North Korean Cdmpaiqn ot ViOlenCe and provocations directed against UNC and the Republic of Korea and, moreover, have demonstrated their sincerity towards the reduction Qt rnilitary tensions on the Korean peninsula. UNC will continue to tultll its obligations under the mandate of the Armistice Agreement and reatflrm its readiness and determination, consistent with the provisions of the relevant Security Council resolutions, to preserve peace and security until such time when the parties directly concerned are able to arrive at a more permanent arranqement tor peace In Korea. The United Nations Command provides a framework and an international mantle 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing a sensitive international situation, specifically the tensions between North Korea and the United Nations Command (UNC) regarding military tensions and violations of the Armistice Agreement. The text highlights the efforts of the UNC to promote positive measures to reduce tensions, and the North Korean responses, which are seen as provocative and aimed at spreading distorted political propaganda. The tone of the text suggests a focus on international relations, diplomacy, and security, rather than economic or social issues.

**Category**
International relations, Security