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Strengthening the biological weapons convention

Journal Article · · Arms Control Today
OSTI ID:433527
The Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BWC) of 1972 bans the development, acquisition, possession and use of biological and toxin agents for other than protective or peaceful purposes. Absent from the BSC are any mechanisms to verify compliance. The author examines the risks and increasing threats of biological warfare.
OSTI ID:
433527
Journal Information:
Arms Control Today, Journal Name: Arms Control Today Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 25; ISSN 0196-125X; ISSN ACOTEB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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