furthermore, help to improve the political climate and increase confidence in specific regions, thereby reducing hotbeds of tension. The security requirements of various regions are not always similar, and therefore it is not always possible in a regional context to apply sweeping concepts to very diverse situations. Thus, there is a great deal of room in each region for practical action and independent initiatives. While these initiatives can in no way be regarded as a substitute for general and complete disarmament, the regional approach can nevertheless be effective in supplementing global measures and may prove to be an important factor in the progressive approach to global disarmament. The Greek government, in keeping with its policy of promoting peace and d&tente, wholeheartedly supports the procedure initiated by the Conference on Security and Co-operation in Europe, as a means of preserving the East-west dialogue. We would like in this connection to reiterate our hope that all outstanding differences will be overcome and that the Stockholm Conference will successfully achieve the goals it set itself. BHS/sm A/C.l/40/PV.9 31 (Mr. Stephanou, Greece) In the context of regional disarmament, the Greek Government is a staunch supporter of the provisions contained in the Final Document of the first special session of the General Assembly devoted to disarmament with respect to the creation of nuclear-free-zones and zones of peace. Greece has therefore always voted in favour of any resolution aimed at the creation of such zones, provided that all the States concerned were prepared to subscribe to such an approach on the basis of agreements freely entered into. The Greek Government, which shares the conviction that such zones can make an appreciable contribution to the effective disarmament process and to the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, and which promotes bilateral relations with neighbouring countries, is particularly concerned by the situation in the Balkans. 
**Analysis**
The text discusses regional disarmament and the role of the Greek government in promoting peace and d'étente. The language used is diplomatic and focused on international relations, security, and disarmament. The text does not mention economic or social development, but rather the need for a regional approach to disarmament.

**Category**
International relations, Security