NORWAY: NOBEL PEACE PRIZE: RABIN / ARAFAT / PERES

The transcript discusses a statement by Foreign Minister Sharp indicating readiness to exchange views, though not formal negotiations. The speaker views this as a positive step towards addressing important security issues, despite lacking full satisfaction. The speaker expresses optimism and anticipates further information from the Americans, concluding with gratitude.

What does the speaker question about the moment of glory?

• If it is a last-place achievement

• If it is a third-place achievement

• If it is a second-place achievement

• If it is a first-place achievement

What is the essence of the foreign minister's statement?

• Readiness to start formal negotiations

• Readiness to end negotiations

• Readiness to ignore the issue

• Readiness to start exchange of views

What does the speaker believe about the readiness to negotiate?

• It is irrelevant

• It is unnecessary

• It is better than nothing

• It is worse than nothing

What important issue is mentioned in the negotiations?

• Economic arrangements

• Cultural exchanges

• Environmental policies

• Security arrangements

What is the speaker's attitude towards the move despite not having all the details?

• Negative

• Hostile

• Indifferent

• Positive