Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and nuclear disarmament inquiry launched

International Relations Committee publishes Call for Evidence on the NPT inquiry

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http://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/lords-select/international-relations-committee/news-parliament-2017/npt-and-nuclear-disarmament-inquiry-launch/http://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/lords-select/international-relations-committee/news-parliament-2017/npt-and-nuclear-disarmament-inquiry-launch/
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Friday, November 23, 2018
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Nuclear weapons, Nuclear proliferation, Arms control, Nuclear disarmament, War, International relations, Politics, Nuclear energy in Iran, Politics of Iran, Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
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  • In this context, the House of Lords International Relations Committee is launching an inquiry into the NPT and nuclear disarmament, during which it will examine the state of global nuclear diplomacy and the United Kingdoms role in it.
  • "Constant endeavours to contain and reduce nuclear risk in changing global conditions must be a continuing international priority.
  • Our inquiry will examine the best ways in which the UK can contribute to this crucial task."
  • We are looking for submissions on the state of global nuclear diplomacy and the United Kingdoms role.
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