At the time that CSIS began its operations, the destruction of the inherited files was proceeding in a sporadic manner, due to moratoria imposed on the process. |
As far as our government is concerned, lifting the moratoria is out of the question. |
In the meantime, he recommends states implement their own moratoria on the technology. |
Skippers and crews are even rewarded for breaking the law by using illegal gear and catching species under moratoria. |
We welcome the decision of those four States which have decreed such moratoria. |
Self-declared moratoria on tests and placement of weapons in space would also be an important political gesture of good will. |