to attaining the common objective of strengthening international peace and security. During the work of this Conference on Disarmament we should not lose sight of the present international climate and the new trends in international relations that are bringing forth a new concept of international security which is setting aside the classic, traditional view of security based solely on national military and strategic factors. Security is now beginning to take on a planet-wide, global and shared significance. Security embraces an economic component and a component of food security. This new concept also includes the conservation of the environment, the fight against terrorism and drug trafficking, the protection of human rights and the development of democracy. Disarmament is indisputably, now more than ever before, an indispensable element of this global and planet-wide security which is common to all States. The development of this global, planet-wide and common security should be the new interpretation of the concept of international peace and security set forth in the Charter of the United Nations. For this reason we must strive to ensure that the reinterpretation of this basic concept is effected in the light of present-day international interdependence and allows us to transcend unilateral perceptions of security which in the past were viewed solely on the basis of each country's specific strategic interests. We must open the way to a new system founded on a global and common form of security for this small planet. This new trend is even being reflected in the course taken by the military alliances in Europe. Both NATO and the Warsaw Pact have been coming to recognize that they must place more emphasis on the political dimension, abandoning military interventionism and assuming greater responsibilities in the area of disarmament. CD/PV.555 3 (The President ) As we heard on several occasions during our spring session, we are in the 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the concept of international security, highlighting its shift from a national military-based perspective to a global, planet-wide, and shared significance. It emphasizes the importance of disarmament, economic security, food security, environmental conservation, human rights, and democracy in achieving this new concept of security. The text also mentions the evolution of military alliances, such as NATO and the Warsaw Pact, towards a greater emphasis on the political dimension and disarmament.

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