Pages 55-57 from FCO 177-1357

This document is a confidential communication from Bonn regarding the future of COCOM (Coordinating Committee for Multilateral Export Controls). The meeting held in Bonn involved representatives from the US, France, and the UK. The main points discussed include the phasing out of COCOM and the establishment of new arrangements for controlling trade in sensitive goods. There was agreement on the importance of maintaining control lists, exchanging information on new threats, and denying exports to military end users or for military use. However, there was disagreement over US proposals for prior notification of licensing decisions and the inclusion of arms sales. The atmosphere was good, and further discussions were planned to reach a common position. The document concludes by mentioning the next steps and the distribution of the information to relevant parties.