Reagan outlines nonproliferation policy

Journal Article · Fri Jul 31 04:00:00 EDT 1981 · Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1126/science.213.4507.522· OSTI ID:6069565

Walsh, J

The Reagan Administration wants to shift from efforts to impose direct control over the fuel cycle and nuclear technology to a framework based on cooperation and initiatives for greater political stability. A nuclear-free zone for the Middle East is one area to explore. Congress responded to this announced plan with a counter move to tighten non-proliferation strategies. Reagan's policy will be to restore the US as an aggressive, but reliable nuclear trading partner operating under adequate safeguards. Critics find this approach dangerous and contradictory. The policy is still too general to answer specific questions about bilateral arrangements, generic permits, plutonium recycling, and other matters. (DCK)

• OSTI ID: 6069565
• Journal Information: Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States) Vol. 213; ISSN SCIEA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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