us, so that we may more effectively utilize such resources with a view to ensuring a successful outcome of our endeavours. Unless I hear anything to the contrary, I shall take it that the Committee wishes to adopt the proposed programme of work and timetable contained in document A/C.l/40/3. It was so decided. Mr. ROCHE (Canada): First, on behalf of the Canadian delegation, I should like to express our warmest congratulations to you, Mr. Chairman, along with our best wishes and the assurance of our complete support of your efforts. I have asked to be allowed to speak to make a comment and ask a question. First, the programme of work that you have outlined seems to us to be perfectly acceptable and we note your use of the word "flexibility" with respect to certain adjustments that might be made in respect of the debating time, particularly your note that you will allow statements of a general character to be made in the period reserved, more or less, for statements of a specific character. So, we welcome the programme and particularly your use of the word "flexibility" in any adjustments that might have to be made. We of course support your continuation of the cluster system for voting. We think it has worked well and favour its continuance. With reference to the last voting days mentioned for consideration of and voting on draft resolutions dealing with items 48-69 and 145, I wonder if your use of the word "flexibility" would apply also to the date 22 November. In other words, BG/7 A/C.l/40/PV.2 22 (Mr. Roche, Canada) my question is whether or not the Secretariat would be in a position, perhaps later, to make a determination that you might want to finish the voting the first 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a discussion about the agenda and program of work for a committee or organization, with references to voting, debating time, and flexibility in the schedule. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a high-level meeting or conference. There is no specific mention of economic development, natural resources, or other technical fields, but the focus on organization and procedure suggests that the topic may be related to international relations or governance.

**Category**
International relations, Governance