Above· all, it is necessary that States, particularly the nuclear Powers, should demonstrate a political will and readiness for co­ operation. Their military policy must be based exclusively on the goals of defence and take into consideration the legitimate security interests of all States. That policy must not complicate the conclu­ sion of agreements leading to the effective reduction of armed forces and armaments, on the basis of strict respect for the principle of equality and equal security. In this connection, the participants in the meeting expect that after the Soviet Union·s undertaking ofa unilateral commitment not to be the first to use nuclear weapons, all nuclear Powers which have not yet done so will take similar action. In the current complicated international situation, it is particularly necessary to move the issue of a real limitation and reduction of armaments and· armed forces off dead centre. In this context, the participants in the meeting appeal for a resolute activation of the current talks and a resumption of the interrupted talks on the entire range of issues concerning the halting of the arms race and for consistent and patient efforts to reach agreements ensuring the re­ duction and liquidation of weapons, especially nuclear weapons. They support and welcome the Soviet Union's proposals relating to the halting of the arms race and to disarmament. The States represented at the meeting attach great importance to achieving success in the talks between the Soviet,Union and th!! United States on the limitation and reduction of strategic weapons. The participants m the meeting believe that an agreement between militarily important States to halt the increase in their armed forces and armaments, especially nuclear weapons, would be an important step on the path towards halting the arms race. In this context, they note with satisfaction that the overwhelming majority of States and 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or declaration, discussing the need for international cooperation, disarmament, and reduction of armed forces and armaments. It emphasizes the importance of political will, cooperation, and agreements among nations, particularly nuclear powers. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a high-level meeting or conference.

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