from FCNL In 1999, the Unites States Senate failed to ratify the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT). The CTBT would ban explosive nuclear weapons tests around the world. Such a ban would help prevent new countries from developing nuclear weapons. The United States and seven other hold-out countries must ratify the CTBT in order for … Continue reading NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT: Help ban nuclear test explosions
NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT: Statement from the President on Indonesia’s ratification of the CTBT
"The United States welcomes Indonesia’s ratification of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT), which provides a strong example of the positive leadership role Indonesia can play in the global effort to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. The Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty is a critical element of the international effort to prevent the proliferation of … Continue reading NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT: Statement from the President on Indonesia’s ratification of the CTBT