17. The need to unite the efforts of states for these purposes, and above all forthe preservation of peace, is forcefully brought to nind again with the fortiethanniversary of the peoplesr victory in the Second World War, which the UnitedNations has decided to observe on I and 9 May 1985. It was precisely the concertedaction at such a time that made it possible to crush the forces of war andbarbarity. Combined efforts have been needed and are reguired today in order tosafeguard the Post-war world and to remove the threat of nuclear war. 1.8. ?he Soviet Union is prepared to co-operate honestly and constructively withall those who genuinely wish to ensure that the further evolution of world eventsdoes not involve successive stages of nuclear competition but follows the path ofstrengthening peace and security, dStente and trustr and it nill combine itsefforts with all those hrho contribute in practice to the prevention of nuclear nar. UNITED KINGDO!{ OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND lOriginat: Englishl [20 February 19851 l. The United Kingdon was unable to support General Assenbly resolution 39/148 p because of its implication that the one-sided abandonment of nuclear r.reapons would enhance peace. This is an illusion. 2. The united Kingdomrs policy remains one of deterring aggression and preventingall war. It also recognizes t.he vital importance of preventing nuclear war. As anuclear-weapon State, it acknowledges its responsibitity to do everything in itspower to ensure that nuclear rdeapons are never used. It believes that this mustand can only be achieved through preserving its current policy of deterrence. Atthe same time, it is determined to pursue balanced and verifiable measures of armscontrol and disarmamenti to these the United Kingdom, together with its allies, isfirmly conmitted. To remove the means of deterrence in advance of agreenent onsuch measures would be both foolhardy and dangerous. 3. The United Kingdon believes that in parallel with reductions in nuclear rdeapons it is inportant to seek reductions in conventional weapons and forces.
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement by the United Kingdom government on its nuclear policy and its stance on disarmament, with a focus on international relations and global security. The language used suggests a diplomatic tone, with an emphasis on cooperation and the importance of preserving peace and security. The text does not mention economic or social issues, and its focus is on the international stage rather than domestic policies.

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