When it comes to the practical working methods of the Conference, my delegation is in favour of new solutions strengthening on-going negotiations. We have, therefore, supported the proposal for three sessions of the Conference as of next year, instead of the present two. This would not only give us all a chance to, at least, have one short leave during the year, but it would above all give delegations time to reflect on the on-going work, and, if need be, to receive instructions at more frequent intervals. The Swedish delegation is also in favour of reducing the number of plenary meetings of the Conference. Moreover, we find it questionable whether it is meaningful to indicate specific topics for the plenary meetings. Delegations may wish to make omnibus statements from time to time or to address more than one subject at a time. This is especially true for statements made by visiting statesmen or government officials. Such contributions are welcome and should not be discouraged by a rigid programme of work. It is a different matter with the subsidiary bodies. When there is a full-fledged negotiation going on, there is every reason to continue the work during the entire session. But if there is a low level of activity on a certain item, it would be better to concentrate the work in a limited number of committee meetings during a certain period. It would also make it easier to bring relevant experts to Geneva, if they were to meet only for a couple of weeks. The Conference must not continue with the protracted consultations on the establishment of ad hoc committees that in some cases seem to have become a rule, preventing us from taking a more decisive approach to matters of substance. We must find a formula that could create a certain degree of 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be discussing the practical working methods of an international conference, focusing on the frequency and format of meetings, committee work, and the need for more efficient decision-making. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the context is an international organization or a high-level meeting. The content does not seem to be related to specific sectors like health, education, or agriculture, but rather to the process of international cooperation.

**Category**
International trade, Employment