METI RESPONSE TO POSSIBLE EFFORT BY SYRIA'S

S E C R E T TOKYO 001432 SIPDIS FOR ISN/MTR - JAMES MAYES AND EAP/J E.O. 12958: DECL: 06/23/2034 TAGS: PARM MTCRE PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA JA SY SUBJECT: METI RESPONSE TO POSSIBLE EFFORT BY SYRIA'S MISSILE PROGRAM TO OBTAIN HIGH-SPEED CAMERA REF: STATE 59147 Classified By: EMIN ROBERT F. CEKUTA FOR REASONS 1.4(B),(D) ¶1. (S) Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Security Export Control International Affairs Office Director Takao Shishikura provided emboff the following non-paper June 23 in response to points delivered as per reftel. The non-paper, in English, bears the GOJ classification "SECRET." ¶2. (S) Begin non-paper: We always appreciate your cooperation. With regard to your information on the procurement activities by Syria, according to the interview with Photron, it is found that they have not exported their products to Syria recently, nor have they any ongoing inquiries from Syria. We asked the company to pay attention to the inquiries from Syria as well as any doubtful orders, and to report/consult us in the case such inquiries/orders are made. We would be glad if above information be of any help to you. We will also welcome further information on this matter. End non-paper. ZUMWALT