12. Controls on security-related international transfers

Chapter:

12. Controls on security-related international transfers

Source:

SIPRI Yearbook 2010

Author(s):

Sibylle Bauer, Ivana Micic

Non-proliferation efforts have shifted focus from physical movement of goods to analysis of the elements of a transaction that should be subject to control. The main export control forums attempt to effectively control exports of items that may be used in nuclear, biological and chemical weapons and in their missile delivery systems. They also discuss intangible transfers of technology, enforcement, good practices and engagement with non-participating states. The EU has increased cooperation with non-EU countries through technical assistance programmes. In 2009 it adopted a strengthened regulation to control transit and brokering of dual-use items that may be intended for use in connection with weapons of mass destruction. A new directive to facilitate the movement of defence goods inside the EU also entered into force in 2009.