disarmament is undoubtedly an idea on which we all agree, but we know that in practice it is not attainable because it ignores the other factors involved in the problem. It means asking for everything when we have not yet attained the progressive conditions that can create a climate of general trust. Years of international experience show that unfortunately progress can be achieved only through a steady policy of partial agreements in the framework of a general determination to improve international relations. In this respect Latin America is one of the regions that has recorded the most complete successes, thanks to its own initiative. Here I refer to the Treaty of Tlatelolco, which created the first regional nuclear-weapon-free zone. On a number of occasions our delegation has had the opportunity to express its views on the implementation of this Treaty and the serious concern we feel at certain actions that might contribute to violation of it. we do not wish to repeat here our views on this issue, but we want to make it clear that measures such as those contemplated in that Treaty are considerable· factors in reducing tension. At the present time Latin America, through the Contadora Group, is involved also in an attempt to create confidence-building measures to eliminate regional conflicts and arrive at the verification of military control and political understanding, which are also part of this global effort which can step by step lead us to world peace. JVM/6 A/C.l/40/PV.9 17 (Mr. Sucre Figarella, Venezuela) This analysis indicates that we must place problems in their correct context: the nuclear arms race of the big Powers, regional conflicts, measures to create trust and to resolve disputes peacefully, the conventional arms race, the practical application of the norms contained in the Charter to create a system of ·collective security. 
**Analysis**
The text discusses disarmament, international relations, and regional conflicts, which suggests that the focus is on global politics and security rather than economic or social issues. The mention of specific treaties and agreements also implies a focus on international cooperation and diplomacy.

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