text: not only to ban a particular type of weapons of mass destruction, but also to spare humanity the risk of seeing itself involved in a massive catastrophe as a result of error or negligence in the process of destroying these weapons. The second case in which there might be environmental damage is that of the development of the chemical industry for purposes not prohibited by the future convention. Here we assume the most optimistic scenario, namely, scrupulous compliance with the ten-year destruction period, followed by the continued expansion and development on authorized chemical industry. However peaceful a facility's activity, the risk of accident will be present: the tragedies of Seveso and Bhopal, the consequences of which are still being felt today, are dramatic proof of that. This is why the Organization to be set up cannot remain indifferent, or on the sidelines in the case of accidents arising from the peaceful development of the chemical industry. Lastly, the proposal suggests establishing an assistance and environmental protection fund to make possible the promotion in developing countries of prevention and environmental decontamination programmes. Running this fund would be the responsibility of the Organization. Without looking far afield, last night I found out about the environmental questions now arising in a neighbouring country because it is apparently intended to begin building a citric acid factory there. As the world's population increases, the space available on this planet decreases and the environment becomes a very valuable asset. To conclude, a few words about the second proposal, which appears in document CD/1025. Originally introduced by Peru in the Ad hoc Committee in 1988, this proposal, for a "clause of automatic nullity" is an updated version that we place before the Committee in connection with the issue of universality, the political implications of which call for informal treatment 
analysis: The text discusses the need for an organization to oversee the destruction of weapons of mass destruction and to prevent environmental damage caused by the chemical industry. It also touches on the importance of environmental protection and the promotion of prevention and decontamination programs in developing countries. The text does not specifically mention economic development, agriculture, forestry, fishing, transport, communication, international trade, health, education, employment, or humanitarian aid and relief. It does not seem to be focused on culture or science and technology either. However, it is related to the use of natural resources and the protection of the environment, which are key aspects of the category.