India pushes for entry into elite nuclear groups - The Economic Times
NEW DELHI: Having got a thumbs up for compliance with global non-proliferation regimes, India has made a more determined pitch for early induction into four groups.
Showcasing India's non-proliferation credentials and the potential of Indian industry, foreign secretary Sujatha Singh told the India-US high technology cooperation group that the country's inclusion in the regimes would benefit US industry.
"The export control reforms are all about striking a balance between national security and economic interests, both of which are crucial for a sovereign state. We also appreciate that export control reforms are closely linked to policy interests as countries tend to associate the easing of export restrictions with increase in trust. A country cannot be a partner and target at the same time.
"India's impeccable non-proliferation records, our responsible behaviour as a nuclear state for more than three decades and strict adherence to a nuclear doctrine should continue to guide the expedited easing of export control restrictions. In today's global supply chain of multiple suppliers, these would also be in the interest of US industry," she said.
Calling for inclusion of India within a set timeline, Singh said, "We believe that India's membership of the four regimes will be mutually beneficial taking into account the common non- proliferation objectives, global industry linkages and the contributions that Indian industry can make with its expanding capabilities to the global economy."
Singh added, "I believe HTCG should not only respond to bilateral cooperative needs in the fields such as export control and licensing, but should look at the level of business and industry to shape itself into a more comprehensive technology strategy initiative that charts a template for public-private partnership."
NEW DELHI: Having got a thumbs up for compliance with global non-proliferation regimes, India has made a more determined pitch for early induction into four groups.
Showcasing India's non-proliferation credentials and the potential of Indian industry, foreign secretary Sujatha Singh told the India-US high technology cooperation group that the country's inclusion in the regimes would benefit US industry.
"The export control reforms are all about striking a balance between national security and economic interests, both of which are crucial for a sovereign state. We also appreciate that export control reforms are closely linked to policy interests as countries tend to associate the easing of export restrictions with increase in trust. A country cannot be a partner and target at the same time.
"India's impeccable non-proliferation records, our responsible behaviour as a nuclear state for more than three decades and strict adherence to a nuclear doctrine should continue to guide the expedited easing of export control restrictions. In today's global supply chain of multiple suppliers, these would also be in the interest of US industry," she said.
Calling for inclusion of India within a set timeline, Singh said, "We believe that India's membership of the four regimes will be mutually beneficial taking into account the common non- proliferation objectives, global industry linkages and the contributions that Indian industry can make with its expanding capabilities to the global economy."
Singh added, "I believe HTCG should not only respond to bilateral cooperative needs in the fields such as export control and licensing, but should look at the level of business and industry to shape itself into a more comprehensive technology strategy initiative that charts a template for public-private partnership."
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