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Negotiations with China on NSG soon
Monday, 22 August 2016 | Vineeta Pandey | New Delhi
As the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) discusses how to deal with the cases of non-NPT (Non Proliferation Treaty) signatory States in the context of India's application, New Delhi is preparing to engage with China to remove the stumbling blocks.
China tried to block discussions on India's application for NSG membership this June on the technical grounds that New Delhi is not a signatory to the NPT. Later China claimed that it was not opposed to India's membership but during the NSG plenary session in Seoul signing NPT was an issue for some members too. It is learnt that countries like Brazil and Turkey called for a criteria-based process to be put in place first to avoid any confusion in future.
Indian Government is hoping the Chinese position may evolve with engagement as India prepares to discuss technicalities of its application for the NSG. Top Government sources said talks with Chinese lead negotiator and Director-General of the Arms Control division Wang Qun with his Indian counterpart Amandeep Singh Gill may open scope for agreement on stumbling points like the clause of signing NPT where China has an issue.
There are broadly five factors taken into account for considering NSG membership application and adherence to NPT is only one among them. The other points include adherence to an equivalent international nuclear non-proliferation agreement and full compliance with the obligations of such agreement, enforcement of a legally based domestic export control system and, support of international efforts towards non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and of their delivery vehicles.
India with a 2008 waiver, and a strong supporter of international efforts in checking non-proliferation of nuclear weapons feels it has a strong case. It has asked member countries to judge its application on the basis of credentials, track record and that the question of procedures and criterion was already addressed when India was granted waiver in 2008.
"Three countries became NSG members before signing NPT. The NSG membership rules itself say signing of NPT or equivalent agreement as a point. If NPT was the only clause then the option of other agreements and efforts would not have been mentioned," said the source.
Indian hopes also arise from the indication by the Chinese side that there is scope for dialogue on this. The Chinese indicated they are ready for negotiations and finding a solution. Besides, India today is also better positioned with Missile Technology Control Regime membership in hand.
The NSG during its last plenary session in Seoul this June had discussions on the issue of "Technical, Legal and Political Aspects of the Participation of non-NPT States in the NSG" and decided to continue its discussion. "Shared information on all aspects of the 2008 Statement on Civil Nuclear Cooperation with India and discussed the NSG relationship with India."
India plans to build 38 new nuclear reactors and has issued 150 licenses for procuring nuclear material in its effort to meet COP 21 targets for promoting clean energy to reduce carbon footprints.
http://www.dailypioneer.com/nation/negotiations-with-china-on-nsg-soon.html
Monday, 22 August 2016 | Vineeta Pandey | New Delhi
As the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) discusses how to deal with the cases of non-NPT (Non Proliferation Treaty) signatory States in the context of India's application, New Delhi is preparing to engage with China to remove the stumbling blocks.
China tried to block discussions on India's application for NSG membership this June on the technical grounds that New Delhi is not a signatory to the NPT. Later China claimed that it was not opposed to India's membership but during the NSG plenary session in Seoul signing NPT was an issue for some members too. It is learnt that countries like Brazil and Turkey called for a criteria-based process to be put in place first to avoid any confusion in future.
Indian Government is hoping the Chinese position may evolve with engagement as India prepares to discuss technicalities of its application for the NSG. Top Government sources said talks with Chinese lead negotiator and Director-General of the Arms Control division Wang Qun with his Indian counterpart Amandeep Singh Gill may open scope for agreement on stumbling points like the clause of signing NPT where China has an issue.
There are broadly five factors taken into account for considering NSG membership application and adherence to NPT is only one among them. The other points include adherence to an equivalent international nuclear non-proliferation agreement and full compliance with the obligations of such agreement, enforcement of a legally based domestic export control system and, support of international efforts towards non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and of their delivery vehicles.
India with a 2008 waiver, and a strong supporter of international efforts in checking non-proliferation of nuclear weapons feels it has a strong case. It has asked member countries to judge its application on the basis of credentials, track record and that the question of procedures and criterion was already addressed when India was granted waiver in 2008.
"Three countries became NSG members before signing NPT. The NSG membership rules itself say signing of NPT or equivalent agreement as a point. If NPT was the only clause then the option of other agreements and efforts would not have been mentioned," said the source.
Indian hopes also arise from the indication by the Chinese side that there is scope for dialogue on this. The Chinese indicated they are ready for negotiations and finding a solution. Besides, India today is also better positioned with Missile Technology Control Regime membership in hand.
The NSG during its last plenary session in Seoul this June had discussions on the issue of "Technical, Legal and Political Aspects of the Participation of non-NPT States in the NSG" and decided to continue its discussion. "Shared information on all aspects of the 2008 Statement on Civil Nuclear Cooperation with India and discussed the NSG relationship with India."
India plans to build 38 new nuclear reactors and has issued 150 licenses for procuring nuclear material in its effort to meet COP 21 targets for promoting clean energy to reduce carbon footprints.
http://www.dailypioneer.com/nation/negotiations-with-china-on-nsg-soon.html
