Examples of using Fmct in English and their translations into Chinese
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It has been argued, both inside and outside this Conference, that an FMCT not covering existing stocks is merely a non-proliferation measure.
Japan believes that the FMCT should be effectively verifiable, as referred to in the Shannon mandate.
But lest this cause confusion, let me make clear that we believe an FMCT will complement, not replace or seek to replicate, the NPT.
Brazil hopes that a General Assembly resolution on an FMCT, or any decision by the Conference on Disarmament to commence negotiations on this issue, will reflect these positions.
These measures, in our opinion, brought together would ensure a high degree of confidence among States parties that an FMCT will meet its overall objectives.
But, as with any verification system, it will be essential that FMCT verification provides confidence that treaty commitments are being complied with.
The negotiation and conclusion of an FMCT is one of the main issues in the international arms control process and the work of the Conference.
Such efforts were clearly intended to inform and support the work of the Conference on Disarmament, and build confidence and momentum towards FMCT negotiations.
The EU would also favour the participation of IAEA in providing information on the FMCT issue in accordance with rule 41 of the rules of procedure.
Switzerland has already taken part in the various workshops organized in Geneva on an FMCT, two of which were initiated by the Netherlands, Japan and Australia.
In our view, an FMCT should include definitions of at least three aspects: fissile material, the production of fissile material and production plants.
A most effective treaty would be an FMCT that provides for appropriate measures to verify parties' compliance with their obligations.
If one reads CD/1864 carefully, one will note that in operational terms, at the heart of it, is the opening of FMCT negotiations.
My delegation fully supports and encourages constructive efforts to facilitate the early start of negotiations on FMCT.
Two key issues to emerge were: the possible relationship between IAEA safeguards and FMCT verification; and the scope of FMCT verification objectives.
With many nuclear-weapon States having declared a moratorium on the production of fissile material for nuclear weapons, now is the time to start FMCT negotiations.
Japan sincerely hopes the CD can reach consensus on a programme of work that enables us to commence FMCT negotiations.
In this context, Australia and Japan will co-host another experts side event on FMCT verification 30 May- 1 June 2011.
We also urge all relevant States to declare and observe a moratorium on the production of fissile material for weapons use until an FMCT enters into force.
There are differences over some issues, but I think most of my colleagues still believe that the Conference is the most appropriate forum in which to negotiate an FMCT.