management systems and procedures are being properly applied. This should be accompanied by adequate information, training of workers, and a satisfactory degree of worker participation within industry, Self-imposed codes that go beyond strict legal requirements. Establishment of environmental guidelines which would discourage industries from relocating to countries with lower environmental standards solely to avoid pollution. Initiation of a process that would lead to a convention on the prevention of marine pollution from industrial sources. By 1992 Governments should have agreed on a timetable on phasing out pollution caused by environmentally damaging substances with emphasis on avoiding production and use of substances not adequately controlled. Preference of prevention of pollution rather than waste control and disposal methods. Assistance to developing countries in complying with global environmental agreements, and from specialized centres in implementing clean production methods, Technology transfers of clean technology should cover management and services as well as equipment. I• • • A/CONF.151/PC/10 English Page 13 50. The Rapporteur General concluded that: "Mankind's sense of survival and his willingness to share a place in the continuum of time with future generations seems to be awakening. "We saw last week not only an exercise of exchange and negotiation involving diverse interests but mostly the development and coming together of commitment to and the emergence of a common will. This is the only lucid and generous way with which we can build a future that is both ours and common." (iii) The Ministerial Session (14-16 May) (a) The opening 51. The Ministerial Session assembled 303 delegates from 34 Governments, 17 delegates from seven observer Governments as well as the ECE secretariat and other United Nations organs and agencies. The cross-sectoral character of the conference was evident since 65 of the government delegates were from other 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international agreements and initiatives related to environmental protection and sustainable development. The language used emphasizes the importance of preventing pollution, promoting clean production methods, and ensuring compliance with global environmental agreements. The text also touches on the theme of cooperation and commitment among governments and industries to address environmental concerns.

**Category**
Natural resources and environment, International trade