Title Objective and implementing entity Budget and duration

1. Council Decision (CFSP) 2016/2383 of 21 December 2016 on the Union support for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) activities in the area of nuclear security and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The support provided for the nuclear security activities of the IAEA aims to: a) ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of support provided through previous Joint Actions and Decisions; b) strengthen countries indigenous nuclear security support infrastructure; c) strengthen countries legislative and regulatory framework; d) strengthen nuclear security systems and measures for nuclear and other radioactive materials; e) strengthen countries institutional infrastructure and capabilities to deal with nuclear and radioactive materials out of regulatory control; f) strengthen countries response and resilience to cybercrime and mitigate its impact on nuclear security; g) enhance education and training capacities in the field of nuclear security; h) provide focused and continuing support for the implementation and universal adherence to the Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material. Implementing agency: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 9 361 204,23 OJ L 352, 23.12.2016, p. 74 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months

2. Council Decision (CFSP) 2016/2001 of 15 November 2016 on a Union contribution to the establishment and the secure management of a Low Enriched Uranium (LEU) Bank under the control of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in the framework of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The contribution provides support for the safe and secure operation and management of the IAEA LEU Bank by ensuring high levels of security and safety during transport and storage, in line with the IAEA safety standards and security guidance documents. It provides support for: a) the safe and secure establishment of storage for the 90 tonnes of LEU; b) the secure transport of 90 tonnes of LEU; c) the long term storage of the 90 tonnes of LEU Implementing agency: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 4 362 200 OJ L 308, 16.11.2016, p. 22 Estimated duration of the action: 60 months after the date of the conclusion of the financing agreement

3. Council Decision (CFSP) 2016/51 of 18 January 2016 in support of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC) in the framework of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The contribution provides support for: a) promoting universal adherence to the BTWC by encouraging States not party to better understand the benefits of joining the BTWC and getting more involved in BTWC meetings and other activities, b) enhancing interaction with non-governmental stakeholders on science and technology and biosafety and biosecurity, c) developing national capacities for BTWC implementation — in particular in developing countries, and on areas such as Articles VII and X — by improving the quality and quantity of declarations submitted under the Confidence-Building Measures system in order to enhance confidence in compliance with the BTWC, d) supporting the intersessional programme and the preparations for the Eighth Review Conference, e) strengthening the United Nations Secretary-General’s Mechanism for Investigation of Alleged Use of Chemical, Biological and Toxin Weapons (SGM), f) enabling tools for awareness-raising, education and engagement. Implementing agency: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 2 340 000 OJ L 12, 19.1.2016, p. 50 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months from the conclusion of the financing agreement.

4. Council Decision (CFSP) 2015/2215 of 30 November 2015 in support of UNSCR 2235 (2015), establishing an OPCW-UN joint investigative mechanism to identify the perpetrators of chemical attacks in the Syrian Arab Republic The decision supported the OPCW and the JIM by contributing to costs associated with their activities under UNSCR 2235 (2015), with the following overall objective: identification to the greatest extent feasible of individuals, entities, groups or governments who were perpetrators, organisers, sponsors or otherwise involved in the use of chemicals, including chlorine or any other toxic chemical, as weapons in the Syrian Arab Republic, where the OPCW FFM determines or has determined that a specific incident in the Syrian Arab Republic involved or likely involved the use of chemicals, including chlorine or any other toxic chemical, as weapons. Implementing agency: The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 2 290 463 OJ L 314, 1.12.2015, p. 51 Estimated duration of the action: 18 months from the conclusion of the financing agreement.

5. Implementing agency: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 2 295 632 OJ L 314, 1.12.2015, p. 51 Estimated duration of the action: 18 months from the conclusion of the financing agreement.

6. Council Decision (CFSP) 2015/1838 of 12 October 2015 amending Decision 2013/391/CFSP in support of the practical implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery Decision 2013/391/CFSP was amended as follows: (1) in Article 5, paragraph 2 was replaced by the following: ‘2. This Decision shall expire on 25 April 2016.’ (2) in the Annex, point 6 was replaced by the following: ‘6. DURATION This Decision will expire on 25 April 2016.’ Implementing agency: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 750 000 OJ L 266, 13.10.2015. p. 96 Duration of the action: 1) CD 2013/391/CFSP (row 65): 24 months; 2) CD2015/1838/CFSP: extended it until 25 April 2016.

7. Council Decision (CFSP) 2015/1837 of 12 October 2015 on Union support for the activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The sixth Council Decision supports the CTBT Organisation, without substituting actions/projects funded through the regular budget, a) in its technical pillars to enhance the technical and scientific capacity of the PTS and b) in its capacity to promote the universal adherence and entry-into-force of the Treaty and the verification regime through training and educational activities. The projects aim to: a) sustain the operability of the CTBTO verification system; b) expand the capabilities of the Multispectral/Infrared (MSIR) system, developed by the PTS under EU Council Decision V, by adding dedicated sensors to help inspection teams detect OSI-relevant features; c) promote universal adherence and the entry into force of the Treaty and the long term sustainability of its verification regime through outreach activities and capacity building. Implementing agency: The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO). Budget: EUR 3 024 756 OJ L 266, 13.10.2015, p. 83 Duration of the action: 24 months from the conclusion of the financial agreement.

8. Council Decision 2015/259/CFSP of 17 February 2015 in support of activities of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The EU Council Decision 2015/259/CFSP for the years 2015-17 has made available to the OPCW some EUR 2,5 million to support: a) universality, b) national implementation, c) international cooperation, d) the Africa Programme and e) implementation of lessons learned from the Syrian operation. Implementing agency: The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 2 528 069 OJ L 43, 18.2.2015, p. 14 Duration of the action: 36 months

9. Council Decision (CFSP) 2015/203 of 9 February 2015 in support of the Union proposal for an international Code of Conduct for outer- space activities as a contribution to transparency and confidence building measures in outer-space activities The objective was to promote the proposal for an international Code of Conduct on outer-space activities as a contribution to the creation of TCBMs in outer-space activities in line with UNGA Resolution A/RES/68/50, while building on the lessons-learned from Council Decision 2012/281/CFSP. The projects supported by the EU aimed to: a) enhance awareness, knowledge and understanding of the proposal for an international Code of Conduct and the process led by the European Union. b) continue to provide a framework for the multilateral process on the proposal for an international Code of Conduct for outer-space activities, that will enable the international community to continue to engage with a view to building the widest possible consensus for adoption of the Code of Conduct, through supporting multilateral meetings for negotiations on the draft Code, and for its formal adoption. Implementing agency: United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) Budget: EUR 775 729 OJ L 33, 10.2.2015, p. 38 Duration of the action: 18 months

10. Council Decision 2014/913/CFSP of 15 December 2014 in support of the HCoC and ballistic missile Non-Proliferation in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The objectives were to: 1. Support the Hague Code of Conduct against ballistic missile proliferation and the Missile Technology Control Regime, in particular with the aim to: a) promote universality and the subscription to the Code by all States with ballistic missile capabilities; b) support the implementation and reinforce the visibility of the Code; c) promote adherence to the MTCR guidelines and its annex. 2. More generally, to support a range of activities to fight against the proliferation of ballistic missiles, aimed notably at raising awareness of this threat, stepping up efforts to increase the effectiveness of multilateral instruments, building up support to initiatives to address these specific challenges and helping interested countries to reinforce nationally their relevant export control regimes. Implementing agency: Fondation pour la Recherche Stratégique (FRS). Budget: EUR 990 000 OJ L 360, 17.12.2014, p. 44 Duration of the action: 30 months

11. Council Decision 2014/129/CFSP of 10 March 2014 promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The Council Decision continued the support to the Consortium of think-tanks. It built on the achievements and experiences since 2011. New tasks were added, among which: a) annual international conference on non-proliferation and disarmament (3 in total; 250-300 targeted participants, international in scope, held in Brussels) b) annual consultative meeting on non-proliferation and disarmament (3 in total, 100 targeted participants, European in scope, held in Brussels) c) internet platform and production of policy papers; d) ad hoc seminars; e) help-desk facility for production within two weeks-time of up to twenty 5-10 pages policy papers on demand by EEAS; f) education on non-proliferation and disarmament (European online curriculum for university use to be available 24 months after the starting of the contract). Implementing agency: The EU Non-Proliferation Consortium of Think-Tanks. Budget: EUR 3 600 000 OJ L 71, 12.3.2014, p. 3 Duration of the action: 36 months

12. Council Decision 2013/726/CFSP of 9 December 2013 in support of the UNSCR 2118 (2013) and OPCW Executive Council EC-M-33/Dec 1, in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The overall objective was to support the OPCW activities by contributing to costs associated with the inspection and verification of the destruction of Syrian chemical weapons, and costs associated with activities complementary to the core mandated tasks in support of UNSCR 2118 (2013) and the OPCW Executive Council Decision of 27 September 2013 on the destruction of Syrian chemical weapons and subsequent and related resolutions and decisions. The project under the Council Decision provided situation-awareness products: satellite imagery and related information products of the EU Satellite Centre, related to the security of the OPCW-UN Joint Mission, including the status of the road network. Implementing agency: The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 2 311 842 OJ L 329, 10.12.2013, p. 41 Duration of the action: 12 months. Extended until 30 September 2015. Implemented.

13. Council Decision 2013/668/CFSP of 18 November 2013 in support of World Health Organisation activities in the area of bio-safety and bio-security in the framework of the European Union Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The overall objective was to support the implementation of the BTWC focusing on the safety and security of microbial or other biological agents or toxins in laboratories and other facilities, including during transportation and to promote bio-risk reduction practices and awareness, including biosafety, biosecurity, bioethics and preparedness against intentional misuse of biological agents and toxins. Implementing entity: The World Health Organisation (WTO). Budget: EUR 1 727 000 OJ L 310, 20.11.2013 Duration of the action: 24 months

14. Council Decision 2013/517/CFSP of 21 October 2013 on the Union support for the activities of the International Atomic Energy Agency in the areas of nuclear security and verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — IAEA VI The overall aim was to support the IAEA activities in the areas of nuclear security and verification to: (a) promote universal adherence to international non-proliferation and nuclear security instruments, including IAEA comprehensive safeguards agreements and additional protocols; (b) protect proliferation-sensitive materials and equipment and the relevant technology by providing legislative and regulatory assistance in the area of nuclear security and safeguards; (c) strengthen the detection of, and response to, illicit trafficking of nuclear and other radioactive materials. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 8 050 000 OJ L 281, 23.10.2013, p. 6 Duration of the action: 36 months

15. Council Decision 2013/391/CFSP of 22 July 2013 in support of the practical implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery The support focused on: (a) enhancing relevant national and regional efforts and capabilities primarily through capacity-building and assistance facilitation; (b) contributing to the practical implementation of specific recommendations of the 2009 Comprehensive Review of the status of implementation of UNSCR 1540 (2004), in particular in the areas of technical assistance, international cooperation and raising public awareness; (c) initiating, developing and implementing national action plans upon states request. Implementing entity: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 750 000 OJ L 198, 23.7.2013 Duration of the action: 24 months.

16. Council Decision 2012/699/CFSP of 13 November 2012 on support for activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — CTBTO V. The Union supported four projects, the objectives of which were to: (a) provide technical assistance and capacity building to State Signatories to enable them to fully participate in and contribute to the implementation of the CTBT verification system; (b) develop capacity for future generations of CTBT experts through the Capacity Development Initiative (CDI); (c) enhance the Atmospheric Transport Model (ATM); (d) characterize and mitigate Radio Xenon noble gases; (e) support the Integrated Field Exercise in 2014 (IFE14) through the development of an integrated multispectral array; (f) sustain certified IMS Auxiliary Seismic Stations. Implementing entity: The Preparatory Commission of the CTBTO. Budget: EUR 5 185 028 OJ L 314, 14.11.2012 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 3 December 2015. Implemented

17. Council Decision 2012/423/CFSP of 23 July 2012 on support of ballistic missile non-proliferation in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and of the Council Common Position 2003/805/CFSP The objectives were to: (a) support the activities of The Hague Code of Conduct against ballistic missile proliferation, in particular with the aim to: — promote the universality of the Code and the subscription to the Code by all States with ballistic missile capabilities; — support the implementation of the Code; — reinforce the visibility of the Code on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of its signature; (b) support a range of activities to fight against the proliferation of ballistic missiles, step up efforts to increase the effectiveness of multilateral instruments, build up support for initiatives addressing these specific challenges and help interested countries to reinforce nationally their relevant export control regimes. Implementing entity: Fondation pour le Recherche Stratégique (FRS). Budget: EUR 930 000 OJ L 196, 24.7.2012 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 28 March 2015. Implemented

18. Council Decision 2012/422/CFSP of 23 July 2012 in support of a process leading to the establishment of a zone free of nuclear weapons and all other weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East. The objectives were to: (a) support the work of the Facilitator for the 2012 Conference on the establishment of a Middle East zone free of nuclear weapons and all other weapons of mass destruction; (b) enhance the visibility of the Union as a global actor and in the region in the field of non-proliferation; (c) encourage regional political and security-related dialogue within civil societies and governments, and more particularly among experts, officials and academics; (d) identify concrete confidence-building measures that could serve as practical steps towards the prospect of a Middle East zone free of WMD and their means of delivery; (e) encourage discussion on the universalization and implementation of relevant international treaties and other instruments to prevent the proliferation of WMD and their delivery systems; (f) discuss issues related to peaceful uses of nuclear energy and international and regional cooperation. Implementing entity: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: EUR 352 000 OJ L 196, 24.7.2012 Duration of the action: 18 months. A contingency amount of EUR 20 000 was given to the Arab Institute for Security Studies in Amman, Jordan for organising a meeting on the subject of the WMDFZ in the M.E. (13-14 November 2013). Implemented.

19. Council Decision 2012/421/CFSP of 23 July 2012 in support of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC), in the framework of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The objectives were to: (a) promote universal adherence to the BTWC, (b) support the implementation of the BTWC and the submission of CBMs by the States Parties, (c) support the work of the 2012-2015 inter-sessional programme with a view to strengthening the implementation and effectiveness of the BTWC. Implementing entity: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 1 700 000 OJ L 196, 24.7.2012 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 January 2015. Implemented

20. Council Decision 2012/281/CFSP of 29 May 2012 in the framework of the European Security Strategy in support of the Union proposal for an international Code of Conduct on outer-space activities. The objectives were: (a) consultations with States, active or not yet active on space issues to discuss the proposal and to gather their views, (b) gathering expert support for the process of developing an international Code of Conduct for outer-space activities. Implementing entity: United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR). Budget: EUR 1 490 000 OJ L 140, 30.5.2012 Duration of the action: 18 months. Extended to 31 July 2014. Implemented.

21. Council Decision 2012/166/CFSP of 23 March 2012 in support of activities of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — V. The objectives were to: (a) enhance the capacities of States Parties in fulfilling their obligations under the CWC, (b) enhance the preparedness of States Parties to prevent and respond to attacks involving toxic chemicals, (c) enhance international cooperation in the field of chemical activities, (d) support the ability of the OPCW to adapt to developments in the field of science and technology, (e) promote universality by encouraging States not Parties to join the CWC. Implementing entity: The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 2 140 000 OJ L 87, 24.3.2012 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 December 2014 Implemented

22. Council Decision 2010/799/CFSP of 13 December 2010 in support of a process of confidence-building leading to the establishment of a zone free of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery in the Middle East in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The objectives were to: (a) encourage regional political and security-related dialogue within civil societies and governments, and among experts, officials and academics, (b) identify confidence-building measures that could serve as practical steps towards the prospect of a Middle East zone free of WMD and their means of delivery, (c) encourage discussion on the universalization and implementation of relevant international treaties and other instruments to prevent the proliferation of WMD and their delivery systems, (d) discuss issues related to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy and international and regional cooperation in this regard. Implementing entity: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: EUR 347 700 OJ L 341, 23.12.2012, p. 27 Implemented.

23. Council Decision 2010/585/CFSP of 27 September 2010 on support for IAEA activities in the areas of nuclear security and verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — IAEA V. The objectives were: (a) strengthening national legislative and regulatory infrastructures for the implementation of relevant international instruments in the areas of nuclear security and verification, including comprehensive safeguards agreements and the Additional Protocol, (b) assisting States in strengthening the security and control of nuclear and other radioactive materials, (c) strengthening States’ capabilities for detection and response to illicit trafficking in nuclear and other radioactive materials. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 9 966 000 OJ L 302, 1.10.2010 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 December 2014. Implemented.

24. Council Decision 2010/430/CFSP of 26 July 2010 establishing a European network of independent non-proliferation think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The objective of this network of independent non-proliferation think tanks was to encourage political and security-related dialogue and the long-term discussion of measures to combat the WMD proliferation and their delivery systems within civil society, and among experts, researchers and academics. The support for the network focused on: (a) organising a kick-off meeting and an annual conference with a view to submitting a report and/or recommendations to the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy (HR), (b) creating an internet platform to facilitate contacts and foster research dialogue among the network of non-proliferation think tanks. Implementing entity: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: EUR 2 182 000 OJ L 205, 4.8.2010 Duration of the action: 36 months. Extended to 30 June 2014. Implemented

25. Council Decision 2010/461/CFSP of 26 July 2010 on support for activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — CTBTO IV. The objectives were to: (a) improve the operation and sustainability of the auxiliary seismic stations network of the CTBT’s International Monitoring System; (b) improve the CTBT verification system through strengthened cooperation with the scientific community; (c) provide technical assistance to States Signatories in Africa and in the Latin American and Caribbean Region so as to enable them to fully participate in and contribute to the implementation of the CTBT verification system; (d) develop an OSI noble gas capable detection system. Implementing entity: The Preparatory Commission of the CTBTO. Budget: EUR 5 280 000 OJ L 219, 20.8.2010 Duration of the action: 18 months. Extended to 16 May 2014. Implemented

26. Council Decision 2009/569/CFSP of 27 July 2009 on support for OPCW activities in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction: OPCW IV. The objective was to support universal adherence to the CWC, to promote ratification/accession to the CWC by States not Parties (signatory States as well as non-signatory States) and to support the full implementation of the CWC by the States Parties: Implementing entity: The Organisation for the Prohibition of the Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 2 110 000 OJ L 197, 29.7.2009 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

27. Council Decision 2008/974/CFSP of 18 December 2008 in support of the Hague Code of Conduct against ballistic missile proliferation in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The EU supported three aspects of the Code: (a) universality of the Code, (b) implementation of the Code, (c) improved functioning of the Code. Implementing entity: Fondation pour le Recherche Stratégique (FRS). Budget: EUR 1 015 000 OJ L 345, 23.12.2008 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

28. Council Joint Action 2008/858/CFSP of 10 November 2008 in support of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC), in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The overall objective was to: (a) support universal adherence to the BTWC, (b) improve implementation of the BTWC, including the submission of confidence building measures declarations, and (c) support the best use of the inter-sessional process 2007-2010 for the preparation of the 2011 Review Conference. Implementing entity: United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) — Geneva. Budget: EUR 1 400 000 OJ L 302, 13.11.2008 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

29. Council Joint Action 2008/588/CFSP of 15 July 2008 on support for activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — CTBTO III. The EU supported the building of capacity of the Preparatory Commission of the CTBTO in the area of verification by: (a) noble gas monitoring: radio-xenon measurements and data analysis, (b) integrating States Signatories in Africa to fully participate in and contribute to the implementation of the CTBTO monitoring and verification system. Implementing entity: The CTBTO Preparatory Commission. Budget: EUR 2 316 000 OJ L 189, 17.7.2008 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

30. Council Joint Action 2008/368/CFSP of 14 May 2008 in support of the implementation of UNSCR 1540. The projects in support of the implementation of UNSCR 1540 were six workshops aiming at enhancing the capacity of export-control officials in six sub regions: Africa, Central America, Mercosur, the Middle East and Gulf Regions, Pacific Islands and South-East Asia — to implement UNSCR 1540 in practice. The workshops were tailored for border, customs and regulatory officials and contained the main elements of an export control process including applicable laws (including national and international legal aspects), regulatory controls (including licensing provisions, end-user verification and awareness-raising programmes) and enforcement (including commodity identification, risk-assessment and detection methods). Implementing entity: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 475 000 OJ L 127, 15.5.2008 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

31. Council Joint Action 2008/314/CFSP of 14 April 2008 on support for IAEA activities in the areas of nuclear security and verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction– IAEA IV. The objectives were to: (a) strengthen national legislative and regulatory infrastructures for the implementation of relevant international instruments in the areas of nuclear security and verification, including comprehensive safeguards agreements and the Additional Protocol, (b) assist States in strengthening the security and control of nuclear and other radioactive materials, (c) strengthen States’ capabilities for detection and response to illicit trafficking in nuclear and other radioactive materials. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 7 703 000 OJ L 107, 17.4.2008 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

32. Council Joint Action 2008/307/CFSP of 14 April 2008 in support of World Health Organisation activities in the area of laboratory bio-safety and bio-security — WHO I. The overall objective was to support the implementation of the BTWC, in particular those aspects that relate to the safety and security of microbial or other biological agents and toxins in laboratories and other facilities, including during transportation as appropriate, to prevent unauthorised access to and removal of such agents and toxins. The contribution aimed to: (a) promote bio-risk reduction management through regional and national outreach, (b) strengthen the security and laboratory management practices against biological risks. Implementing entity: The World Health Organisation (WTO). Budget: EUR 2 105 000 OJ L 106, 16.4.2008 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

33. Council Joint Action 2007/753/CFSP of 19 November 2007 in support of the IAEA monitoring and verification activities in the DPRK. The objective was to contribute to the monitoring and verification activities in the DPRK, in accordance with the Initial Actions of 13 February 2007, as agreed in the framework of the six-party-talks. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA — Department of Safeguards) Budget: EUR 1 780 000 OJ L 304, 22.11.2007 Estimated duration of the action: 18 months. Suspension, Force majeure. Ended

34. Council Joint Action 2007/468/CFSP of 28 June 2007 of 28 June 2007 on support for activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction CTBTO II. The objective was to support the early entry into force of the Treaty, and the establishing of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) verification regime through: (a) improvement of the knowledge of Provisional Technical Secretariat noble gas measurements; (b) support for the Integrated Field Exercise 2008. Implementing entity: The CTBTO Preparatory Commission. Budget: EUR 1 670 000 OJ L 176, 6.7.2007 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

35. Council Joint Action 2007/185/CFSP of 19 March 2007 on support for OPCW activities in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — OPCW III. The objective was to support universal adherence to the CWC, to promote ratification/accession to the CWC by States not Parties (signatory States as well as non-signatory States) and to support the full implementation of the CWC by the States Parties. The contribution also promoted international cooperation in the field of chemical activities, as accompanying measures to the implementation of the CWC and provided support for the creation of a collaborative framework among the chemical industry, OPCW and national authorities on the 10th anniversary of the OPCW. Implementing entity: The Organisation for the Prohibition of the Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 1 700 000 OJ L 85, 27.3.2007 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

36. Council Joint Action 2007/178/CFSP of 19 March 2007 in support of chemical weapons destruction in the Russian Federation in the framework of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — Russian Federation IV. The objective was to assist the Russian Federation in destroying some of its chemical weapons as required by the CWC. This Joint Action supported the completion of the electricity supply infrastructure at Shchuch’ye chemical weapon destruction facility. Implementing entity: The Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Budget: EUR 3 145 000 OJ L 81, 22.3.2007 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

37. Council Joint Action 2006/418/CFSP of 12 June 2006 on support for IAEA activities in the areas of nuclear security and verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — IAEA III. The objective was to strengthen nuclear security in selected countries focusing on: (a) legislative and regulatory assistance; (b) strengthening the security and control of nuclear and other radioactive materials; (c) strengthening of countries capabilities for detection and response to illicit trafficking. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 6 995 000 OJ L 165, 17.6.2006 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

38. Council Joint Action 2006/419/CFSP of 12 June 2006 in support of the implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The action aimed at addressing three aspects: (a) awareness-raising of requirements and obligations under the Resolution, (b) strengthening national capacities in three target regions: Africa, Latin America and Caribbean, Asia-Pacific, in drafting national reports on the implementation of UNSC Resolution 1540 (2004) and (c) sharing experience from the adoption of national measures required for the implementation of the Resolution. Implementing entity: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 195 000 OJ L 165, 17.6.2006 Duration of the action: 22 months. Implemented.

39. Council Joint Action 2006/243/CFSP of 20 March 2006 on support for activities of the Preparatory Commission of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in the area of training and capacity building for verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — CTBTO I. The objective was to improve the capacity of CTBT Signatory States to fulfil their verification responsibilities and to enable them to fully benefit from participation in the treaty regime with the help of a computer-based training/self-study. Implementing entity: The CTBTO Preparatory Commission. Budget: EUR 1 133 000 OJ L 88, 25.3.2006 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

40. Council Joint Action 2006/184/CFSP of 27 February 2006 in support of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, in the framework of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The objective was to support universal adherence to the BTWC, promote accession to the BTWC by States not Party (signatory States as well as non-signatory States) and support the implementation of the BTWC by States Parties. Implementing entity: The Graduate Institute of International Studies (GIIS), Geneva. Budget: EUR 867 000 OJ L 65, 7.3.2006 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

41. Council Joint Action 2005/913/CFSP of 12 December 2005 on support for OPCW activities in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — OPCW II. The objective was to support universal adherence to the CWC and accession to the CWC by States not Party (signatory States as well as non-signatory States) and the implementation of the CWC by States Parties. The contribution also helped foster international cooperation. Implementing entity: The Organisation for the Prohibition of the Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 1 697 000 OJ L 331, 17.12.2005 Duration of the action: 12 months. Implemented.

42. Council Joint Action 2005/574/CFSP of 18 July 2005 on support for IAEA activities in the areas of nuclear security and verification and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — IAEA II. The objectives of the contribution were to: (a) strengthen the physical protection of nuclear materials and other radioactive materials in use, storage and transport and of nuclear facilities; (b) strengthen the security of radioactive materials in non-nuclear applications; (c) strengthen the countries capabilities for detection and response to illicit trafficking; (d) provide legislative assistance for the implementation of obligations under IAEA safeguards agreements and additional protocols. Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Budget: EUR 3 914 000 OJ L 193, 23.7.2005 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

43. Council Joint Action 2004/797/CFSP of 22 November 2004 on support for OPCW activities in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — OPCW I. The objective was to: support universal adherence to the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stockpiling and use of Chemical Weapons and on their Destruction (CWC); promote the accession to the CWC by States not Party (signatory States as well as non-signatory States); support the implementation of the CWC by the States Parties and promote international cooperation. Implementing entity: The Organisation for the Prohibition of the Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 1 841 000 OJ L 349, 25.11.2004 Estimated duration of the action: 12 months. Implemented.

44. Council Joint Action 2004/796/CFSP of 22 November 2004 for the support of the physical protection of a nuclear site in the Russian Federation — Russian Federation III. The objective was to reinforce the physical protection of nuclear sites in Russia to reduce the risk of theft of nuclear fissile material and of sabotage by improving the physical protection at the Bochvar Institute of the Russian Federal Agency for Atomic Energy (formerly MINATOM). Implementing entity: The Federal Republic of Germany. Budget: EUR 7 730 000 OJ L 349, 25.11.2004 Duration of the action: 36 months. Implemented.

45. Council Joint Action 2004/495/CFSP of 17 May 2004 on support for IAEA activities under its Nuclear security programme and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction — IAEA I. The objective was to: (a) strengthen the physical protection of nuclear materials and other radioactive materials in use, storage and transport and of nuclear facilities; (b) strengthen the security of radioactive materials in non-nuclear applications; (c) strengthen the countries capabilities for detection and response to illicit trafficking; Implementing entity: The International Atomic Energy Agency. Budget: EUR 3 329 000 OJ L 182, 19.5.2004 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

46. Council Joint Action 2003/472/CFSP of 24 June 2003 on the continuation of the European Union cooperation programme for non-proliferation and disarmament in the Russian Federation — Russian Federation II. The Joint Action financed a unit of experts under the cooperation programme for non-proliferation and disarmament in the Russian Federation. Implementing entity: The Russian Federation. Budget: EUR 680 000 OJ L 157, 26.6.2003 Expired on the date of expiry of the EU Common Strategy 1999/414/CFSP on Russia. Implemented.