Page 46 from FCO 66751 - United States Proposal for Common Nuclear Export Policies

The document presents potential policies for discussion regarding common nuclear export practices to reduce the risks of nuclear weapons proliferation. The US envisions agreements among suppliers to establish restraints and conditions for nuclear supply. The suggested policies include:

1. Nuclear cooperation with non-nuclear-weapon states should only occur under agreements for peaceful uses, explicitly excluding use in nuclear explosive devices.
2. Nuclear supply should be subject to IAEA safeguards, with provisions for duration and coverage of nuclear material.
3. Supply of weapons-grade material, uranium enrichment, or reprocessing equipment/technology to non-nuclear-weapon states should be subject to special restraint. This may involve supply to enterprises with multinational participation or to states committed to non-proliferation and accepting IAEA safeguards on their entire nuclear fuel cycle.
4. Nuclear supply should incorporate requirements for physical protection against theft, seizure, or sabotage.
5. Stringent conditions could be implemented for the supply of sensitive nuclear material, equipment, or technology to regions or countries with heightened risks of conflict or instability.

The suggested policies aim to foster a shared understanding among suppliers, but the list is not exhaustive and serves as a starting point for discussions. Each supplier would still have the freedom to adopt more restrictive policies if desired.