A Special Session on Disarmament should seek to get it made comprehensive and mandatory. At present it is voluntary. Codes of Conduct to control the production and transfer of light weapons are urgently needed. Education for the development of a culture of peace. It is, in the UK United Nations Association's view, essential that a Fourth UN Special Session on Disarmament should spearhead public discussion at all levels.
Peace depends on an holistic approach to social justice and equity.
Poverty and injustice probably do more to create tension and violence than anything else. For the agenda of a Special Session not to incorporate it into the discussions would be a tragically missed opportunity. All in all, a massive agenda - and one which shows that disarmament should remain a key topic for consideration and action by everyone in the United Nations.