MTCR members agree on new export restrictions

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Export control guidelines applicable to missiles and related technologies have been expanded under the initiative of Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) members. Previous MTCR regulations limited the spread of nuclear missiles with a 500 kg payload capable of travelling more than 300 km. Henceforth, the MTCR will also limit the transfer of missiles intended for mass destruction including nuclear, chemical and biological weapons. Under the new regulations, suppliers may deny the request for arms if they have enough reason to believe that these will be used for mass destruction.

Laws, regulations and rules, Missile Technology Control Regime

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Iraqi spin control: centrifuge components destroyed

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Officials from the United Nations Special Commission conducted inspections throughout Iraq on Jan 11-14, 1992 to locate and destroy uranium enrichment centrifuge components and materials used in the country's nuclear weapons program. Information provided by Germany revealed that Iraq had acquired German-manufactured centrifuge equipment for uranium enrichment purposes prior to the Gulf War. Iraq has requested the International Atomic Energy Agency, which is supervising the dismantling of Iraq's nuclear weapons complex, to spare components with civilian applications.

Disarmament, Arms inspection, International Atomic Energy Agency

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U.N., Iraq reach compromise; avoid renewed warfare

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Iraq has decided to allow UN inspection teams to enter its Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation building after Pres Bush threatened renewed military action. Iraqi officials had previously denied access to the building and had incited protesters to harass UN personnel who kept vigil outside it. The UN hailed the compromise but critics stated that Iraq should not be allowed to dictate terms to the UN.

Sanctions (International law), Nuclear weapons, United Nations

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