applicable to space, and we have reached the conclusion that on its own it is not sufficient to prevent the possible extension of the arms race to space. Lastly, we have before us quite a large number of proposals on concrete measures that could be the subject of multilateral negotiations. In the view of our delegation, the way is clear now to take a qualitative step forward in the work of the Committee. The consideration of issues relevant to the prevention of an arms race in outer space, which was an item on the previous agenda, allowed an exchange of views that was essential for determining the general framework of the debate, when dealing with questions such as the relationship between multilateral and bilateral negotiations in this field, the magnitude and lawfulness of military uses of space, the scope of peaceful uses of space, the characteristics of current space programmes and many other matters. My delegation believes that in the light of the discussions that have taken place on this item of the Committee ’s traditional programme of work, and without prejudice to our continuing this collective analysis, it is now high time for us to recognize the limits of the exercise. These limits are obvious in so far as, in the continuing absence of a progressive structural framework which would enable us to organize and direct the negotiations systematically, a generic debate on such a vast subject can no doubt be useful, but has now fulfilled its original purpose. Progress in space technology gives this subject its own almost unique dynamic, and makes any generic discussion of these characteristics tend inevitably towards CD/PV.547 15 (Mr. Garcia Moritan, Argentina ) irrelevance, unless they are oriented within the framework of a "rolling text". Otherwise the work of the Conference on Disarmament will not rise 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international diplomacy and negotiations related to the prevention of an arms race in outer space. The language used is formal and technical, suggesting that the topic is complex and requires specialized knowledge. The mention of "progress in space technology" and "military uses of space" further supports the conclusion that the text is related to science and technology.

**Category**
Science and technology