the work of the Conference can make it more productive. Different types of intermediate measures can play an independent role in building security and can at the same time gradually evolve into, or be a part of, binding international rules, thus helping the Conference in its treaty-making endeavour, which - let me stress again - should remain its main responsibility. The changing international situation, the movement towards new security perceptions and real changes in the strategic policies of States and alliances - all this seems to make the proposed approach even more feasible and desirable. Finally, let us remember that according to the rules of procedure the agenda of our work is always established by ourselves for each year's session. We have the opportunity and, in fact, the obligation to review it and adjust it, if necessary, taking into account our experience and realities. We should approach such a re-evaluation with both caution and boldness, as well as with imagination. Very often we should ask ourselves whether it is better to continue our attempts to reach ambitious goals, with rather little chance of success, or whether it would be more effective to concentrate our efforts on other or more limited aims, but based on common interest and offering better prospects of a positive outcome. The choice is not easy. But at least we should not forget that sometimes such a choice exists, and that we are responsible for making appropriate decisions. In our discussion on the agenda we need realism and understanding that we are touching on really delicate questions. It is doubtful that any discussion on such changes will bring rapid, positive and substantial results. It is also doubtful that radical changes are desirable. It seems to us rather that 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the agenda and decision-making process of an international conference, focusing on the balancing of ambitious goals with practical realities and the need for careful consideration when making choices. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a high-level meeting or organization. Given the context, it is likely that the text is related to international relations, security, or diplomacy.

**Category**
International relations, Diplomacy