EGYPT ON FISSILE MATERIAL CUTOFF TREATY

UNCLAS CAIRO 003641 SIPDIS SIPDIS E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: MNUC PARM PREL KNNP EG SUBJECT: EGYPT ON FISSILE MATERIAL CUTOFF TREATY REF: STATE 92033 Poloff discussed reftel points concerning negotiations of a Fissile Material Cutoff Treaty (FMCT) with MFA Disarmamant Office Director Dr. Aly June 7. Dr. Aly responded that Egypt is not opposed to considering proceeding with the proposed negotiations without linkages to issues that require consensus. Aly said Egypt agrees with the U.S. that the effectiveness of the CD has been compromised in recent years and Egypt would like to reverse this trend. Aly also noted, however, that Egypt remains concerned about the U.S. position on verification. RICCIARDONE