Pages 18-25 from FCO 46-8067
Description
The document is a briefing for a meeting of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) partners in Ottawa. The objectives of the UK are to maintain the momentum for expanding the Regime to Eastern countries, discuss involving the Russians in preventing missile proliferation, involve emerging missile suppliers, improve coordination among the partners, and explore collaboration with peaceful space programs. The agenda includes reviewing projects of concern and the Iraqi procurement network, discussing the expansion of the Regime, considering amendments to the Aide Memoire, reviewing technical meetings and administration institutionalization, addressing public awareness, and discussing other business like French proposals for cooperation with Brazil and India. The briefing also highlights the need for more frequent meetings and emphasizes the importance of expanding the Regime to address emerging threats.