Page 16 from FCO 66751 - United States Proposal for Common Nuclear Export Policies
Description
The communication provides a briefing on the latest US/French talks regarding nuclear suppliers cooperation. The French acknowledge the seriousness of the proliferation problem but remain hesitant about the idea of a conference. The talks covered all five points in the US paper, with the French having no issue with the first two points. However, they are opposed to establishing a general commitment to non-proliferation and the acceptance of safeguards on the entire fuel cycle. The French are interested in safeguards on follow-up plants based on previously supplied technology or designs and are open to the idea of encouraging multinational plants. They are wary of the fifth point. Overall, there are challenges in obtaining French agreement to attend a conference.