Proliferation threats continue, administration officials say

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Security officials in the US have suggested China and Russia will remain the major threat to the US. They pointed out weapons of mass destruction are likely to increase as other nations try to challenge the military superiority of the US.

author: Rice, Matthew
Military policy, Nuclear weapons

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Proliferation threats continue, administration officials say

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Senior Clinton administration officials testifying before Congress on a variety of security issues stressed the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. They emphasized the security risks posed by the spread of ballistic weapons technology.

author: Rice, Matthew
Investigations, International aspects, Ballistic missiles, National security, Arms race, United States. Congress. Senate. Select Committee on Intelligence

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Clinton signs 'Iran Nonproliferation Act.'

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The Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 authorizes Pres Clinton to take action against individuals and groups aiding weapons of mass destruction programs in Iran. It also cuts funding of the US-Russia space program unless Russia ends aid to Iran weapons programs.

author: Rice, Matthew
Russia, Iran, United States foreign relations, Russian foreign relations, Arms control, Military assistance, Foreign military assistance, Weapons of mass destruction

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