India, Indonesia, Kenya, Panama, Peru, Sudan and Yugoslavia. The draft resolution was adopted by 10 votes in favour to none against with 4 abstentions ( France, United Kingdom of Great Britain and North­ ern Ireland, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, United States of America) as resolution 344 (1973). "The representatives of France, the United King­ dom and the United States made statements. "The representative of China did not take part in ,the vote and made it clear that China dissociated itself from this resolution." Resolution 344 (1973) of 15 December 1973 The Security Council, Considering that it has decided by its resolution 338 (1973) of 22 October 1973 that talks among the parties to the Middle East conflict for the implementa­ tion of resolution 242 (1967) of 22 November 1967 should be held under "appropriate auspices", Noting that a peace conference on the Middle East situation is to begin shortly at Geneva under the aus­ pices of the United Nations, 1. Expresses the hope that the Peace Conference will make speedy progress towards the establishment of a just and durable peace in the Middle East; 2. Expresses its confidence that the Secretary­ General will play a full and effective role at the Con­ ference, in accordance with the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and that he will preside over its proceedings, if the parties so desire; 3. Requests the Secretary-General to keep the Coun­ cil suitably informed of the developments in negotia­ tions at the Conference, in order to enable it to re­ view the problems on a continuing basis; 4. Requests the Secretary-General to provide all necessary assistance and facilities for the work of the Conference. Adopted at the 1760th meet­ ing by I O votes to none with 4 abstentions ( France, Union of Sol'iet Socialist 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a United Nations Security Council resolution related to the Middle East conflict, discussing the upcoming peace conference in Geneva and the role of the Secretary-General. The content is focused on international relations, politics, and diplomacy, rather than specific economic, social, or environmental issues.

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