Pages 2-4 from FCO 96_1386 - urenco - export policy

This classified message discusses a meeting between a U.S. technical team and Swiss representatives to discuss export controls on nuclear dual-use items. The Swiss explained their historical approach to export controls and expressed willingness to expand trigger lists and control nuclear technology under a proposed Swiss law on nuclear energy. The Swiss emphasized the need for clearly defined control lists and expressed interest in U.S. assessments of sensitive countries. They discussed their criteria for controlling dual-use items and proposed the NPT Exporters Committee as a potential forum, suggesting the participation of NPT consumer states as observers. The message highlights the cordial atmosphere of the meeting and the usefulness of the exchange.