U.S. policy decision on testing seen as helping CTB talks

Article Abstract:

President Bill Clinton, on August 11, 1995, stated that the US will seek a total ban on nuclear tests in lines with the comprehensive test ban treaty (CTB), currently negotiated at Geneva despite opposition from the Pentagon. The decision is influenced by a report by the JASON committee, comprising of independent scientific advisors to the government on security issues. The president has called upon Russia, China and France for adopting the same stance. The American Congress and media have welcomed the decision.

Nuclear arms control

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NMD decision - who's in charge?

Article Abstract:

Senior Clinton administration officials are advocating the deployment of a missile defense system in spite of increasing evidence that it is unnecessary and against US security interests. Pres Clinton should be more open to arguments against deployment.

Editorial

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Evaluating the criteria for NMD deployment

Article Abstract:

Panelists' remarks at the Mar 2000 Arms Control Assn meeting are presented. The panel focused on Pres Clinton's criteria for deploying a missile defense system - cost, readiness, threat and arms control.

Panel Discussion, Arms Control Association

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