somes

Continuation of the International Science and Technology Center

Summary

The European Parliament is asked to approve an agreement to continue the International Science and Technology Center (ISTC) in Kazakhstan. The center aims to prevent the misuse of sensitive scientific knowledge by providing peaceful research opportunities for experts.
10 14.02.2017
Other
science
public safety
european union
diplomatic relations
international relations

Key points

  • The agreement ensures the continuation of the International Science and Technology Center (ISTC) following Russia's withdrawal.
  • The center's main objective is to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction by managing sensitive scientific expertise.
  • Scientists and engineers with relevant skills will be provided with opportunities for training and peaceful employment.
  • The center's operations will be moved to Astana, Kazakhstan.
Documents (PDFs)
RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Agreement continuing the International Science and Technology Center Conclusion of the Agreement continuing the International Science and Technology Center ***
These raw data are provided by the Open Data Portal of the European Union (data.europa.eu) and are licensed under ODC-BY 1.0.