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Article: Statement on the Treaty on the Non-proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.(Week Ending Friday, March 11, 2005)
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- Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents
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- March 14, 2005
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March 7, 2005
Thirty-five years ago, the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons entered into force. Today, almost all nations are party to the treaty. The NPT represents a key legal barrier to nuclear weapons proliferation and makes a critical contribution to international security.
In May, the parties to the NPT will convene the Seventh Review Conference of the Treaty. In the context of this review, I reaffirm the determination of the United States to carry out its treaty commitments and to work to ensure its continuance in the interest of world peace and security.
NPT parties must take strong action to confront the threat of ...