a deadline for the conclusion of its work and it will also be necessary to clarify its mandate once and for all, so that the Ad hoc Committee is also in a position to negotiate the prohibition of any type of use of chemical weapons. Because of its choice of 1991 as a time-limit, my delegation can agree with what was said by the distinguished Ambassador of France, Mr. Morel, to the effect that the political work could well be intensified next year with a view to the prompt conclusion of the negotiations that are now under way. The first proposal, contained in document CD/1024, refers to the environment and aims at the inclusion in the future convention of a new article referring to this important topic. In the opinion of my delegation, the underlying principle in humanity’s obligation to protect its natural environment is that all human activity should be carried out without detriment to the ecological integrity of the environment. Whether it is an industrial activity or chemical recycling, it cannot disregard this fundamental principle unless it prefers to value immediate returns on investment over the quality of life. CD/PV.570 34 (Mr. Calderon. Peru) Within the context of the future convention, there are, in the opinion of my delegation, two cases in which there may be damage to the environment. The first concerns the period of destruction, which entails the handling, transport, destruction proper and disposal of thousands and thousands of tonnes of highly toxic chemical waste. At this point, no one can deny that this involves a risk, however small, of accidents and of damage to neighbouring populations and the environment. At any rate, my country's intention is to strengthen measures to provide material security and to remind people that, when we talk about chemical disarmament, what we have in mind is 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the Ad hoc Committee's work on chemical disarmament, focusing on the need for a deadline and a clear mandate. It also touches on the importance of protecting the environment, specifically highlighting the risks associated with handling and disposing of toxic chemical waste. This suggests that the text is primarily concerned with issues related to environmental protection and international cooperation.

**Category**
Natural resources and environment, International cooperation