Instant communication, characterized by brevity, should be the practice of exchange librarians trading titles on the international level. Guidelines for a multilingual, many-purpose form letter, which could achieve uniformity, are presented. (14 references) (Author/SJ)

The papers and other contributions reported upon here drew attention to the achievements of library organizations in many countries, and also to a number of problems calling for consideration and study. (Author/SJ)

This is the revision of the 1949 Unesco public library manifesto which was prepared by the Public Libraries Section of the International Federation of Library Associations for International Book Year. (SJ)

In an effort to describe the panoply of United States programs and targets for International Book Year, the author discusses two official statements concerning the Secretariat, programs, planning and specific projects. (4 references) (SJ)

We cannot hope to keep the peace unless we also build it." Peace building involves economic stability and growth, making a reality of human rights, and the social discipline of science and technology for the common good. (EB)

The author suggests that progress will not be made in Disarmament talks unless the present negative concepts are replaced by positive measures of international cooperation. (EJS)

Examines the role of voluntary agencies as intermediary between government policy and refugee assistance within the context of four facets of assistance: advocacy; education; program initiatives; and policy implementation. (Author/MK)

Presents a critical view of U.S. support of the United Nations, UNESCO, the International Program for the Development of Communications (IPDC), and the New World Information Order. (PD)

Discusses the launching and operation of the International Program for Development of Communication (IPDC), a UNESCO clearinghouse for communications development. (PD)