The convention deals with the conduct of consular relations between the two countries and the functions. privileges. and immunities of their respective consular officers. It covers such important matters as the obligations of the two countries to insure free communication between a citizen and his consul. to inform consular officers of the arrest or detention of their citizens. and to permit visits by consuls to any of their citizens who are in prison. It covers consular functions and responsibilities in such fields as the issuance of visas and passports. and the performance of notarial services. It provides for the inviolability of consular communications. documents. and archives. and the obligation of the host country to protect consular premises against intrusion or damage. I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the convention and give its advice and consent to its ratification.