Page 4 from FCO 177-96
Description
The text is a series of notes related to supply conditions, current issues, and implementation of nuclear safeguards within the context of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) meetings. Some key points include:
- The adoption of full-scope safeguards by the UK, France, Belgium, and Switzerland as a condition for nuclear supply.
- The need to seek a common policy among all countries adhering to the nuclear supply guidelines.
- Various topics raised in a UK paper from the March 1991 meeting being addressed, except for paras 22 and 23.
- The Dutch proposal on notification of nuclear exports for consideration in the upcoming meeting.
- The suggestion of coordinating NSG members' activities, including discussing the establishment of a secretariat and regular information exchanges.
- The affirmation that all states are invited to adhere to the Nuclear Suppliers Guidelines, with criteria and procedures for new adherents attending meetings.
- Other business matters and assigning agenda items to different countries for discussion papers.
Overall, the notes highlight the need for collaboration, coordination, and strengthening of safeguards within the NSG framework.