Kilometers apart on missile defense

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An initial demarcation accord between the US and Russia on ballistic missile defense systems is limited in its scope. The two countries differed on the basic issue of testing and deployment of high-velocity theater missile defense (TMD) systems, while they agreed on a similar use of low-velocity TMD systems. The governments in both the countries are reluctant to limit high-velocity TMD systems for fear of affecting their chances in the ensuing presidential elections. However, an agreement on the subject is necessary for the success of global efforts to curtail strategic weapons.

Evaluation, Conferences, meetings and seminars, Russia, Strategic aspects, Strategic Arms Limitation treaties, Tactical nuclear weapons

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Clinton likely to bring continuity to U.S. security, defense policies

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Clinton's military and foreign policies are not likely to differ greatly from those of previous administrations. Clinton is committed to the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) and START II and holds virtually the same views as Bush. Proliferation and arms transfer issues are also highly similar between the two men. The Strategic Defense Initiative is one area in which significant differences exist. Clinton opposes the Reagan-Bush space defense plan. He is also opposed to the Bush plan on nuclear testing increases.

Clinton, Bill, Political aspects, Military policy, Bush, George H.W.

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Clinton announces reorganization plan, ACDA to lose independent status

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The Arms Control and Disarmament Agency will be incorporated into the State Dept as part of the government's reorganization plan. ACDA shall be merged with other bureaus concerned with regional security, arms transfer, arms control and non-proliferation and shall be assigned to a separate undersecretary of state. Merger critics are concerned that arms control may lose its independent representation to the executive branch, especially with the pending legislative reforms on foreign policy.

Management, Administrative agencies, Government agencies, United States. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency

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