establishment of a genuine European juridical area; 8. Noting that two member states of the Council of Europe have not signed the European Convention on the Suppression of Terrorism, and that five of the signatory states have not yet ratified it; 9. Noting that in some member countries there are legal, legislative or constitutional obstacles to the ratification of the convention; 10. Having studied with interest the Spanish Government's suggestion that a conference of heads of state or government be convened to consider the problems posed by international anti-terrorist co-operation; 11. Noting with satisfaction that the final communique of the CSCE meeting in Madrid contained a formal undertaking by the participating states to condemn and prevent all forms of international terrorism; 12. Concerned, however, at the ease with which international terrorists and their weapons and financial resources cross the frontiers of member countries, and at the numerous signs of further collusion in non-member countries; 13. Emphasising the fundamental importance of culture and education in maintaining a broad popular consensus, which is a prerequisite for combating terrorism by ensuring public confidence in democratic institutions; 14. Aware that the press and the mass media have a moral duty to avoid unconsciously serving the aims of terrorist subversion; / ... A/40/445 English Page 38 15. Welcoming the opening of the Convention on the Compensation of Victims of Violent Crimes for ratification, but disappointed that so few member states have become parties to a number of the Council of Europe's highly important legal instruments in the field of penal law and criminology; 16. Recommends that the Committee of Ministers: i. ask the governments of the member states to support the Spanish proposal that a conference of heads of state or government be convened to examine the problems posed by international anti-terrorist co-operation; 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a diplomatic document discussing international cooperation on anti-terrorism efforts, highlighting the importance of ratifying international conventions and conventions, and emphasizing the role of culture, education, and the media in combating terrorism. The text also touches on the need for international cooperation and the importance of public confidence in democratic institutions.

**Category**
Education, Culture, Humanitarian aid and relief