Pages 198-201 from FCO 177-1349

The document provides a summary of the Nuclear Suppliers' Group (NSG) and its recent achievements, specifically focusing on the Lucerne meeting in 1993. The NSG, initially known as the "London Club," was established in 1974 to control nuclear trade and tighten restrictions on nuclear exports beyond those mandated by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The group agreed on guidelines and trigger lists of items that could only be exported to safeguarded facilities. In 1991, the NSG reconvened and addressed dual-use nuclear items, leading to the establishment of a new dual-use regime and guidelines. At the Lucerne meeting, the NSG discussed full-scope safeguards and institutional arrangements. The Russians and Germans had different opinions on the inclusion of a specific end date for outstanding supply arrangements, but eventually agreed on a "best endeavours" approach. The NSG also formed a working group to revisit the conditions of supply and consider improvements. Discussions were held on information sharing and the development of an automated system. The next meeting venue for 1994 became a topic of contention, with Spain making a late bid after the Finns expressed their willingness to host.