strengthening of international peace and security. I also on that day pledged to continue to deal with all those matters which were still subject to consultation. I set as a priority objective the re-establishment of the Ad hoc Committee on the Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space, at the earliest possible date; and the conduct of intensive consultations on agenda items 2, "Cessation of the nuclear arms race and nuclear disarmament", and 3, "Prevention of nuclear war, including all related matters". On agenda item 1, I welcomed the untiring efforts of Ambassador Donowaki of Japan, and promised to make myself available whenever necessary in order to accomplish the objective of promoting agreement on that subject. I equally drew attention to the need to expedite action on the expansion of the membership of the Conference and its improved and effective functioning. It is against the background of the foregoing that I now intend to make a few remarks regarding my work as President of the Conference during this month. On 8 March, the Conference successfully re-established the Ad hoc Committee on the Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space. The Ad hoc Committee, as you are aware, is currently carrying out consultations regarding its programme of work. It is my sincere hope that, given the spirit of co-operation and mutual understanding, it will be possible for the Committee to start its work as soon as possible. CD/PV.547 26 (The President ) As earlier indicated, I have conducted consultations on agenda items 2 and 3. I am happy to report to you that following these consultations, agreement has now been reached to hold informal meetings on the substance of agenda items 2, "Cessation of the nuclear arms race and nuclear disarmament", 
**Analysis**
The text discusses international diplomacy and negotiations related to peace and security, specifically focusing on the prevention of an arms race in outer space, nuclear disarmament, and the prevention of nuclear war. This suggests that the category is related to international relations and security.

**Category**
International relations, Security