space issues is mistaken. The use of phrases such as avoiding the "militarization" of space is obviously counterproductive to the efforts of this Conference. Surely all of us in tnis Conference realize that many activities in space have a military character. The United States admits that it has military activities in space, but we point out that the Soviet Union does too. During the early days of space exploration the Soviet Union publicly and explicitly flaunted the military potential of their efforts. And we all know that today there is only one operational space weapon system — the Soviet anti-satellite system. Similarly, polemical statements to the effect that there is a need to establish an arms control regime in space are counterproductive and misleading. There already is a broad arms control régime applicable to outer space — indeed, that regime is far more comprehensive than the arms control régime on earth. CD/PV.J21 10 (Mr. Lowitz, United States ') The Outer Space Treaty already prohibits the stationing of nuclear weapons or other weapons of mass destruction in space. The Limited Test Ban Treaty already prohibits nuclear explosions in space. And the ABM Treaty already prohibits the deployment of ABM systems in space. We find it surprizing that a member of this Conference can first dismiss this legal régime; second, argue that there is little need to consider this legal régime; and, finally, accuse the United States of undermining it. In addressing the issues of outer space too much of the Conference's time has been spent in artful posturing, devoid of substance. I hope that his will not continue in the future. Our work here in the Conference on Disarmament demands a serious, reasoned and constructive approach. The United States stands ready to proceed on this basis.
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing the militarization of space and the existing arms control regime in outer space. The language used is formal and technical, indicating that it is a high-level discussion among countries or international organizations. The focus is on the legal framework and treaties governing space, rather than economic or social issues.

**Category**
Science and technology, International relations