capable of leading to international agreements in this field. Since disarmament is a subject of universal concern, all Governments and all peoples must be provided with the information they need for a full awareness of the problems created by the arms race and the urgency of disarmament. It is undeniable that the United Nations must play a central role in that regard. By drawing NR/emv A/C.l/40/PV.S 62 (Mr. Marinescu, Romania) attention to the present highly disturbing situation , it must dispel any illusions to the effect that peoples can live in tranquillity while the arms race continues and while vast material and human resources are wasted for what are, to say the least, unproductive purposes. We are convinced that the fourth report of the Secretary -General on the economic and social consequences of the arms race and its extremely harmful effects on world peace and security, a decision on, the preparation of which is to be made at this session, will, like the earlier reports, respond to a deeply felt need for a thorough study of the effects of the arms race on the life of peoples and a report on the subject to Governments and the world public. No other problem confronting mankind today is of such direct concern to all the Member States of the United Nations as disarmament. As we commemorate the fortieth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, we wish to stress the need, which is now greater than ever before, for the United Nations to play its central role and fulfil its primary responsibility in the field of disarmament and to exercise its powers more effectively. As a universal organization the United Nations must direct its main efforts towards mobilizing the political will and resolve of all States, above all the nuclear-weapon States and other heavily armed 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the issue of disarmament and its effects on world peace and security, as well as the role of the United Nations in addressing this issue. The language used suggests a focus on global politics and international relations, rather than specific economic, environmental, or social issues.

**Category**
International relations, Security