socio-economic causes? Well, we think so, because we are convinced that human intelligence today is capable of building on the ruins of the old order a new, fairer, more prosperous, more fraternal order of greater solidarity. However, the establishment of a stable and lasting order of peace in Europe, which we ardently desire, cannot be separated from the rest of the globe in so far as strategic imbalances in other regions can have repercussions on world security and stability. And as we know, war is still raging in certain parts of the third world. We are even witnessing, according to certain sources, a build-up of nuclear weaponry in areas of tension among neighbouring countries, posing CD/PV.553 23 (Mr, Sene. Senegal ) a new security problem, not to speak of the heightened risks of uncontrolled proliferation. The same sources discern a proliferation of ballistic missiles armed with chemical or nuclear warheads, as well as the spread of the requisite production techniques. Hence there is a need to find effective solutions in as broad a framework as possible in order to safeguard strategic stability and international security before these political hypotheses become reality. The objective of world disarmament and the prevention of war, whether nuclear or conventional, necessarily requires mutual understanding among States, organized through creative co-operation in the areas of politics and security, economics and trade, ecology and culture, human rights and humanitarian action, responding to the fundamental aspirations of nations for freedom, dignity and well-being. At the regional level, we must give assistance in implementing measures for arms limitation, the cessation of the arms race, the conclusion of disarmament treaties, the establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zones and zones of peace which can enhance confidence and stability amongst States, as well as the negotiated settlement of major international issues and, in particular, regional conflicts in the world.
**Analysis**
The text discusses the importance of establishing a stable and lasting order of peace in Europe and the world, highlighting the need for strategic stability and international security. It also mentions the risks of uncontrolled proliferation of nuclear weaponry and ballistic missiles. The text emphasizes the need for mutual understanding among States and creative cooperation in various areas to achieve world disarmament and prevent war.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief