space be harnessed ever more effectively for improving life on earth or will it be misused for preparing the annihilation of all life on our planet? Will the skies be gradually turned into a gateway to hell? The Soviet initiative shows ways of employing space technology to cope better with economic and social problems on earth rather than aggravating them in a drastic way throug an unbridled arms build-up, on earth as well as in outer space. This long-range programme, which defines the main lines and principles of peaceful international co-operation in the exploitation of outer space, gives an indication of the tremendous potential that can be utilized in this field. A major step in this direction would be taken by the establishment of a world space organization that would enable States to co-operate on an equal footing in international space projects. The question of establishing such an organization could be dealt with at an international conference, which should be held not later than in 1987. It would be timely and should have the support of all those who are interested in peaceful co-operation in the exploitation of outer space and oppose its militarization. BG/11 A/C .1/ 40/PV. 4 44-45 (Mr. Ott, German Democratic Republic) Peace in outer space and peace on earth are our objective, and we will continue to exert maximum efforts to this end. That is the fundamental guideline governing the activities recently undertaken by the Central Committee of the Socialist Unity Party of Germany and the Head of State of the German Democratic Republic in the cause of peace and security in Europe, and in particular with a view to continuing the process of detente on the basis of the Final Act of the Helsinki Conference for creating nuclear-weapon-free zones and corridors, and a 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the potential uses of space technology for improving life on earth, specifically highlighting the need for peaceful international cooperation to avoid the misuse of space technology for military purposes. It also mentions the establishment of a world space organization to facilitate cooperation among states. These themes suggest that the category should be related to international relations, science, and technology.

**Category**
Science and technology, International relations