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Article: Israel agrees to consult with United States before trying to sell weapons technology to China
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- August 17, 2005
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BARRY SCHWEID, AP Diplomatic Writer
AP Worldstream
08-17-2005
Dateline: WASHINGTON
Israel has agreed to consult with the U.S. government before attempting to sell weapons technology to China or other nations.
The understanding completed Tuesday "ends the dispute" and "fully restores the confidence of the United States," Israeli Ambassador Daniel Ayalon said.
The Bush administration had complained about Israel's intention to service spare parts for unmanned Harpy aircraft already sold to China.
The administration objected on grounds it would upgrade China's anti-radar aircraft.
Several rounds of talks were held in Washington, the last in July, before the agreement was signed by Defense Secretary ...