the area. coEflicts whose effects aff,ected them al'l. Thus the historic decision ltas reached that they, by themselves and in full independence, should formulate a plan to ensure that the region would enjoy peace' freedorn and j usti ce, with those l.ofty proposal's in rnirdt antl inbueil with faith and hoPe' they signed the supremely important docurnents "Procedure for the establishment of a firm and lasting peace in Central America". The agreement reached, ilt additioa to fostering national reconcifiation' denocratizatio! and internatioDaL verificatiou, iltroduced as an institutioD the device of ',Presidential Swnmits" lrbich have coutributeal to understalding iE Central Anerica. Thus, in Antigua, the fundaJfiental character of this Process was reaffirmed and entitled the "PrinciPaI nechanism for decision-naling aDd co-ordinating the agreements ancl measures taken under the EsquiPulas Procedure"' This decision of the last SurNnit underlines the effectiveness of the Process itself3 the continuity of Esguiputas is baseal on its proved capacity to oPen uP new phases of negotiation. The headway nade in pacifying the area nakes it possible now to adalress econornic and tleveJ'opments issues which had been Previously lostponea. Ilorxduras is delightett to see how a nev spirit of Central Anerican co-operation has taken shape around the Peace itritiative. Otr this date, nhich recalls a historic and supremeLy important I'andmark in the efforts for regional understanding, the Government of Ilonaluras reiterates its determinatio! to contilue contributing towards overconing the challenges !'hich CeDtral funerica wi]l have to face. Obviousty, the externaf features of the conflict have dininished' but we must renew our entleavour to achieve nore denocratic, more devefoped and more just societies, Peace must become an institulion of collaboration for develoPment. Although the efemencs and effects of the crisis have uot disappeared conpl.etely, Horduras oPtinistically visualizes the Possibility of an integrated Certral America for the benefiE of all'A/44/969 5/21478 English Page2 ANNEX
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a formal statement from the Government of Honduras, discussing a historic agreement aimed at establishing peace, freedom, and justice in Central America. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a focus on international relations and regional cooperation. The text also mentions the need for democratic development, economic growth, and social progress, suggesting that the agreement has broader implications for the region's future.

**Category**
International relations, Education