convening of an international conference on the relationship'between disarmament and development and is ready to make its contributions. The Secretary-General of the United Nations stated in his report on the work of the Organization that: "We face today a world of almost infinite promise which is also a world of potentially terminal danger." (A/40/1, p. 2) He asked us Member States to make a choice. China's choice is clear-cut, that is, to seek development in peace and work for peace through development. China is ready to join all the other countries in the common endeavour for peace and security, and is willing to play its role as a force for peace in the world. Over 2,000 years ago, the Chinese people had built one of the world wonders, the Great Wall, to safeguard its own security. Today, we are willing to join hands with all the other nations to build an even grander Great Wall across the entire globe to safeguard world peace. Mr. ROSSIDES (Cyprus): Mr. Chairman, at this critical time, which is also one of great expectations, it is fortunate that a personage of your calibre is Presiding over our deliberations on the problem of disarmament. As.you have said, there has been no disarmament all these years, and one wonders why we insist on discussing disarmament, something that has never been achieved or never will be achieved. NR/emv A/C.l/40/PV.S 54-55 (Mr. Rossides, Cyprus) The world wants disarmament, but disarmament is impossible without international security. Nations cannot disarm in a vacuum. There must be international security in accordance with the system provided for in the Charter if we want disarmament. If we do not care about international security, why should we care about disarmament? The Prime Minister of Dominica, speaking in the General Assembly, has remarked 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the relationship between disarmament and development, with a focus on international security and the role of China in promoting peace and development. The language used is diplomatic and formal, suggesting a high-level discussion or speech. The text mentions the United Nations and quotes the Secretary-General, indicating a connection to international relations and global governance.

**Category**
International relations, Security