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On September 6, 1991, a meeting took place in the State Department regarding the upcoming Annapolis meeting. The meeting discussed the preparatory materials for the meeting, including guidelines and a schedule. Two items related to electro-magnetic isotope separation were added to the list of equipment and technology. The participants were urged to review the items on the list and provide their views. The US material was being copied and distributed to embassies for wider dissemination. The attached package contained documents for consideration in relation to the Annapolis meeting. It included a list of equipment, material, and related technology, as well as documents describing the items. The participants were requested to carefully review the items and provide their views on them. The package also included a revised technology note and a list of potential additions to the current guidelines. The participants were encouraged to give careful consideration to the items on the list and provide their views. The document emphasized the need for international cooperation and adherence to nuclear non-proliferation agreements. The guidelines provided principles and definitions for the transfer of nuclear-related equipment, material, and technology, with a focus on preventing their use in nuclear explosive or unsafeguarded nuclear fuel-cycle activities. The document outlined factors to be considered in implementing the guidelines, such as the recipient state's adherence to non-proliferation treaties, the appropriateness of the stated end use, and the risk of diversion. Suppliers were required to obtain certification and assurances from the end-user, and additional conditions could be imposed. Consent for re-transfers to third countries was also required. Suppliers were urged to exercise restraint in transferring sensitive equipment to states not adhering to the guidelines. The document emphasized the importance of regular consultations among suppliers to discuss updates, implementation measures, and specific cases. In case of suspected violations, consultations should be held to determine the validity of the violation and agree on an appropriate response. The document concluded by stating that the government reserves the right to apply the guidelines to other significant items at its discretion.