ensuring thatthezonesaregenuinely freefrom nucl~ar weapons, andrespect for suchzonesbynuclear-weapon Statesconstitute animportant disarmament measure. "31.Non-proliferation ofnuclear weaponsisamatterofuniversal concern. Measures ofdisarmament mustbeconsistent withtheinalienable rightofall States, without discrimination, todevelop, acquire andusenuclear technology, equipment andmaterials forthepeaceful useofnucelar energyandtodetermine theirpeaceful nuclear programmes inaccordance withtheirnational priorities, needsandinterests, bearinginmindtheneedtoprevent theproliferation of nuclear weapons. International co-operation inthepeaceful usesofnuclear­ energyshouldbeconducted underagreedandappropriate international safegual'.ds applied onanon-discriminatory basis. "32.As3ecurity andstability shouldbeassured inallregions takinginto account th~specific needsandreqUirements oftheirrespective situations, bilater~l andregional disarmament negotiations mayalsoplayanimportant role andcouldfacilitate negotiations ofmultilateral agreements inthefieldof disarmament. 1r33.Agreements orothermeasures shouldberesolutely pursued onabilateral, regional andmultilateral basiswiththeaimofstrengthening peaceandsecurity atalowerlevelofforces, bythelimitation andreduction ofarmedforcesand ofconventional weapons, takingintoaccount theneedofStatestoprotecttheir security, bearing inmindtheinherent rightofself-defence embodied inthe CharteroftheUnitedNations andwithout prejudice totheprinc~ple ofequal rightsandself-determination ofpeoplesinaccordance withtheCharter, andthe needtoensurebalanceateachstageandundiminished security ofallStates. "34.Bilateral, regional andmultilateral ,consultations andconferences should beheldwhereappropriate conditions existwiththeparticipation ofallthe countries concerned fortheconsideration ofdifferent aspects ofconventional disarmament, suchastheinitiative envisaged intheDeclaration ofAyacucho subscribed tobyeightLatinAmerican countries on9December 1974. -143-"35.*'Itisessential thatnotonlyGovernments butalsothepeoplesofthe world-reoognize andunderstand thedangersinthepresentsituation. Inorder thataninternational oonsoienoe maydevelop andthatworldpublicopinion mayexercise apositive influence, theUnitedNations shouldincrease the dissemination ofinformation onthearmaments raceanddisarmament withthe fullco-operation ofMemberStates. "36*'Draftmultilateral disarmament conventions shouldbesUbjected tothe normalprooedures applicable inthelawoftreaties. Thosesubmitted tothe General Assembly foritscommendation shouldbesubjecttofullreviewbythe Assembly. "37.Collateral measures inboththenuclear andconventional fields, together withothermeasures specifically designed tobuildconfidence, should beundertaken inordertocontribute tothecreation offavourable conditions fortheadoption ofadditional disarmament measures andtofurther th~ relaxation ofinternational tension. "38.*'Takingfurther stepsinthefieldofdisarmament andothermeasures aimed-at promoting international peaceandsecurity wouldbefacilitated by oarrying outstudies.by theSeoretary-General ~nthisfieldwithappropriate assistance fromgovernmental oroon~u.ltant experts. "39.*'Inparticular, pUblicity shouldbegiventothedecisions ofthe special sessions oftheGeneral Assembly devoted todisarmament. UIV.Priorities "1.Intheimplementation oftheComprehensive Programme ofDisarmament for theachievement ofgeneral andcomplete disarmament undereffective international controlastheultimate goal,thepriorities whichreflect the urgency attached tothemeasures fornegotiations are: nuclear weapons; otherweapons ofmassdestruction, including chemical weapons; -conventional weapons, including anywhichmaybedeemedtobe excessively injurious ortohaveindiscriminate effects; and reduction ofarmedforces. "2.Effective measures ofnuclear disarmament andthep'revention ofnuclear warhavethehighestpriority. Alongwithnegotiations onthesemeasures, effective measures shouldbenegotiated toprohibit orprevent the development, production oruseofotherweapons ofmassdestruction, aswell asonthebalanced reduction ofarmedforcesandofconventional armaments. "3.Nothing shouldpreclude Statesfromconducting negotiations onall priority itemsconcurrently. Bearinginmindthese pri~rities, negotiations
**Analysis**
This text appears to be focused on international relations, security, and disarmament, with a specific emphasis on the reduction of nuclear weapons and the promotion of international peace and security. It seems to be discussing the priorities and measures for achieving general and complete disarmament, as well as the importance of cooperation and transparency among nations. The text also touches on the need for education and public awareness about the dangers of the arms race and the importance of disarmament.

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