Pages 28-29 from FCO 96_1386 - urenco - export policy

This confidential letter discusses the proposed reinterpretation of the centrifuge item on the Zangger List. The letter acknowledges the positive approach of the Swiss towards tightening international export controls in the nuclear field. It mentions plans to convene a meeting of a wider group of suppliers, including Switzerland, the US, the Netherlands, and Germany, to formulate proposals to be presented in the Zangger Committee. However, there are concerns about the Swiss reaction to the proposals, indicating some unwillingness to address the actual problems. The letter suggests bilateral discussions with the Swiss to resolve the differences before the wider meeting. The author proposes visiting Berne in late November for these discussions, accompanied by a technical expert from British Nuclear Fuels Limited. The letter is copied to others for their information.