Title Objective and implementing entity Budget and duration

1. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/97 of 21 January 2019 in support of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention in the framework of the EU Strategy against Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction This Council Decision serves as an operational policy tool for providing essential follow-up and momentum to the activities undertaken throughout 2016-2018 in the framework of Council Decision (CFSP) 2016/51 in support of the BTWC. It will support in particular the discussions in the BTWC Meetings of Experts in 2019 and 2020, as well as preparations for the Ninth Review Conference in 2021. The following activities will be undertaken: (1) Universalisation; (2) Capacity development for national implementation; (3) Fostering biosecurity networks in the Global South; (4) BTWC inter-sessional programme and Ninth Review Conference in 2021; (5) Preparedness to prevent and respond to biological attacks; and, (6) Enabling tools for outreach. Implementing Agency: BTWC Implementation Support Unit via UNODA Budget: EUR 3 029 856 OJ L 19, 22.1.2019, p. 11 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months

2. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/538 of 1 April 2019 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 Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction The Council Decision foresees a contribution to the core activities of the Organisation, notably for verification, national implementation, universalisation and the Africa programme. It also contributes substantially to the project of transforming the OPCW laboratory into a Centre of Chemistry and Technology and to the implementation of the decision by the OPCW Conference of States Parties directing the OPCW Technical Secretariat to put into place arrangements to identify the perpetrators of the use of chemical weapons in the Syrian Arab Republic. Implementing Agency: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 11 601 256 OJ L 93, 2.4.2019, p. 3 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

3. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/615 of 15 April 2019 on Union support for activities leading up to the 2020 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) The Council Decision supports the organisation of a series of consultations: three thematic seminars for all States Parties on nuclear disarmament (Geneva), nuclear non-proliferation (New York) and peaceful uses of nuclear energy (Vienna), targeted at practitioners/diplomats, academia and civil society, as well as four regional meetings: Asia-Pacific, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Middle East. The regional meetings will cover all three of the NPT pillars viewed through the lens of regional priorities and concerns. All activities will seek to highlight the many benefits already provided by the NPT and the need to preserve those benefits. Implementing Agency: UNODA. Budget: EUR 1 299 883 OJ L 105, 16.4.2019, p. 25 Estimated duration of the action: 18 months.

4. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/938 of 6 June 2019 in support of a process of confidence-building leading to the establishment of a zone free of nuclear weapons and all other weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East Objectives: — To produce a factual narrative of efforts to establish a ME WMDFZ between 1995 and 2015 to fill an important gap in the research literature and identify lessons for future efforts. — To identify key issues, opportunities, obstacles and ideas of contemporary relevance to consideration of a WMDFZ and efforts to enhance regional security cooperation. — To engage and obtain perspectives and insights from a wide community of researchers, policymakers and academics in the region on these issues and, in so doing, expand the number and diversity of participants exploring the prospects for dialogue and progress. — To facilitate dialogue among these experts with a view to fostering networks, communication and engagement that could in turn contribute to future efforts to advance regional security, arms control, non-proliferation and disarmament progress in the region. Implementing Agency: UNIDIR. Budget: EUR 2 856 278 OJ L 149, 7.6.2019, p. 63 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

5. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/1092 of 26 June 2019 amending Decision (CFSP) 2017/2302 in support of the OPCW activities to assist clean-up operations at the former chemical weapons storage site in Libya in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/1092 extended the duration of Decision (CFSP) 2017/2302 from 20 months to 32 months. Implementing Agency: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). OJ L 173, 27.6.2019, p. 47

6. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/1296 of 31 July 2019 in support of strengthening biological safety and security in Ukraine in line with the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery The overall objective of this Decision is to support three OSCE projects aiming at strengthening biological safety and security in Ukraine in line with UNSC Resolution 1540 (2004) and the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement. The following activities would be undertaken: a) harmonisation of existing Ukrainian regulations on biosafety and biosecurity with international standards; b) establishing of the veterinary surveillance system sustainability in Ukraine; and c) awareness raising, education and training for life scientists on biosafety and biosecurity. Implementing Agency: OSCE. Budget: EUR 1 913 900 OJ L 204, 2.8.2019, p. 29 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

7. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/2108 of 9 December 2019 in support of strengthening biological safety and security in Latin America in line with the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery This Council Decision has the objective to improve biosafety and biosecurity in beneficiary countries in Latin America in line with UNSC Resolution 1540 (2004). The following activities are to be undertaken: a) Technical and legislative assistance to strengthen, in beneficiary countries, regulations on biosafety and biosecurity and ensure their harmonization with international standards, and to promote and enhance regional cooperation; b) awareness raising, education and training on biosafety and biosecurity. Implementing Agency: Organisation of American States (OAS). Budget: EUR 2 738 708 OJ L 318, 10.12.2019, p. 123 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

8. Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/2112 of 9 December 2019 amending Decision (CFSP) 2017/2303 in support of the continued implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2118 (2013) and OPCW Executive Council decision EC/M-33/DEC.1 on the destruction of Syrian chemical weapons, in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/2112 extended the duration of Decision (CFSP) 2017/2303 from 12 months to 48 months. Implementing Agency: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPWC). OJ L 318, 10.12.2019, p. 159

9. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/2011 of 17 December 2018 in support of gender mainstreamed policies, programmes and actions in the fight against small arms trafficking and misuse, in line with the Women, Peace and Security agenda The objective is to support gender-mainstreaming of small arms (SALW) control and countering firearms abuse, in line with the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda and the UN Programme of Action against illicit SALW (PoA), through: — the development of a training manual and an implementation support programme; — the development and implementation of train-the-trainer courses on gender; — the training for national officials, including those in security forces, on operational gender & SALW control issues; — training for regional UN staff; — the engagement with civil society, in order to address gender-specific manifestations of gun violence in local communities, including funding of local actions; — the creation of synergies between the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals and the WPS agenda through the integration of gender perspectives in SALW control; — to implement the gender-related actions in the outcome document of the UN PoA Review Conference; — the promotion of research and analysis on SALW and gender; — the development and maintenance of a dedicated website to enhance the visibility and to increase the impact of the project; — the promotion of advocacy and of outreach activities in support of the implementation of the project. Implementing agency: United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 4 375 508 OJ L 322, 18.12.2018, p. 38 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

10. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/2010 of 17 December 2018 in support of countering illicit proliferation and trafficking of small arms, light weapons (SALW) and ammunition and their impact in Latin America and the Caribbean in the framework of the EU Strategy against Illicit Firearms, Small Arms & Light Weapons and their Ammunition ‘Securing Arms, Protecting Citizens’ With this Council Decision, the EU wishes to show its support to countering illicit arms in order to prevent violence, organised crime and conflicts in the region. The Council Decision has the following specific objectives: — Strengthen physical security and management systems for national military and other institutional stockpiles through improved site security measures and inventory control; — Reinforce national capabilities for destruction of seized, excess or unsafe SALW and ammunition; — Enhance national SALW marking and tracing capacity and foment regional cooperation on tracing confiscated weapons and ammunition; — Improve SALW transfer mechanisms through national legislation, border controls, and regional coordination; and — Promote socially responsible behaviours in selected communities, targeting groups that are severely affected by armed violence, including the use of turn-in campaigns or other strategies designed to reduce local incidence of violent crimes. Implementing agency: Organization of American States (OAS). Budget: EUR 3 000 000 OJ L 322, 18.12.2018, p. 27 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

11. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 of 10 December 2018 on Union support for the universalisation and effective implementation of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism With this Decision, the EU is supporting one of the key elements of the global nuclear security and anti-terrorism architecture, the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (ICSANT). The objectives of the support are to increase the number of adherents to ICSANT, to raise awareness among national policy- and decision-makers, as well as capacity-building: to help improve national legislation and to strengthen the capacity of national stakeholders, including criminal justice officials to investigate, prosecute and adjudicate cases of nuclear terrorism. The Council Decision aims to build synergies with on-going EU projects in support for relevant international legal instruments, such as the Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material and UN Security Council Resolution 1540. The Council Decision will promote the universalization and effective implementation of ICSANT through the development and maintenance of a password-protected website on all resources on ICSANT including examples of national legislation; the development of an e-learning module on ICSANT, to be translated into at least four UN official languages; the provision of relevant legislative assistance; capacity building of relevant stakeholders including criminal justice officials that could be involved in investigating, prosecuting and adjudicating cases involving nuclear and other radioactive material covered by ICSANT; holding of global and regional workshops and country visits and by the collection and dissemination of good practices. Implementing agency: United Nations (UN) Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the UN Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT). Budget: EUR 4 999 986 OJ L 314, 11.12.2018, p. 41 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

12. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/1943 of 10 December 2018 amending Decision (CFSP) 2017/2303 in support of the continued implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2118 (2013) and OPCW Executive Council decision EC-M-33/DEC.1 on the destruction of Syrian chemical weapons, in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction The duration of Decision (CFSP) 2017/2303, on the provision of satellite imagery in support of the OPCW, has been extended for 12 months. This to allow the OPCW to continue the implementation of the activities and to reach their planned objectives. Implementing agency: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 0 OJ L 314, 11.12.2018, p. 58

13. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/1788 of 19 November 2018 in support of the South-Eastern and Eastern Europe Clearinghouse for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SEESAC) for the implementation of the Regional Roadmap on combating illicit arms trafficking in the Western Balkans With a view to fighting the illicit trade in firearms and SALW in the Western Balkans, support is provided for the implementation of the ‘Regional Roadmap for a sustainable solution to the illegal possession, misuse and trafficking of SALW/firearms and their ammunition in the Western Balkans by 2024’. This Council Decision also provides support for countering illicit arms trafficking in the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine and Belarus. Implementing agency: South-Eastern and Eastern Europe Clearinghouse for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SEESAC). Budget: EUR 4 002 588 OJ L 293, 20.11.2018, p. 11 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

14. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/1789 of 19 November 2018 in support of combating the illicit trade in and proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the Member States of the League of Arab States The focus of the project is on capacity-building in Arab States for implementing the UN Programme of Actions against illicit small arms and light weapons. Actions in the following areas are supported: — international SALW transfer control (combating illicit arms flows); — identification and disruption of sources of illicit small arms (capacity-building for law-enforcement agencies); — other measures related to small-arms control, including stockpile management, control of related supplies and security; — disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR); — provision of information relevant to illicit SALW and enhanced SALW control. Implementing agency: League of Arab States (LAS). Budget: EUR 2 858 550 OJ L 293, 20.11.2018, p. 24 Estimated duration of the action: 24 months.

15. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/298 of 26 February 2018 on Union support for the activities of the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) in order to strengthen its monitoring and verification capabilities and in the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction The EU assistance is supporting universal adherence to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and the long term sustainability of its verification regime through outreach and capacity building. The Council Decision continues the support for: — certified auxiliary seismic stations part of the CTBTO International Monitoring System; — the development of noble gas sampling systems through study of materials for improved adsorption of xenon; — continuing the radio-xenon background measurement campaigns in different regions of the world; — the Ensemble Prediction System to quantify uncertainties and confidence level in Atmospheric Transport Modelling (ATM) simulations; — the scientific evaluation of the increase in resolution for ATM tools; — the development of new software; — enhancing the on-site inspection noble gas processing and detection; — enhancing the automatic processing and integration capabilities in seismic, hydro-acoustic and infrasound National Data Centre-in-a-Box; — integrated outreach and capacity-building targeting State Signatories and Non-Signatories. Implementing agency: Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO). Budget: EUR 4 594 752 OJ L 56, 28.2.2018, p. 34 Estimated duration of the action: 24 months.

16. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 of 26 February 2018 promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation and disarmament think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction Over the period 2018-2021, EU funding for the activities of the European Network of Independent Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Think Tanks will be continued. The following objectives will be further pursued: (a) to encourage political and security-related dialogue and long-term discussion of measures to combat the proliferation of WMD and their delivery systems; (b) to provide those participating in the relevant preparatory bodies of the Council with the opportunity to consult the Network on issues related to non-proliferation and disarmament; (c) to constitute a useful stepping stone for non-proliferation and disarmament action by the Union and the international community; (d) to contribute to enhancing third countries’ awareness of proliferation and disarmament challenges and of the need to work in cooperation with the Union; (e) to contribute to the development of expertise and institutional capacity in non-proliferation and disarmament matters in think tanks and governments in the Union and third countries. Implementing agency: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: EUR 4 507 005 OJ L 56, 28.2.2018, p. 46 Estimated duration of the action: 42 months.

17. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/294 of 26 February 2018 amending Decision (CFSP) 2015/259 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 Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction The duration of Decision (CFSP) 2015/259 has been extended until December 2018, with a view to the full implementation of the activities. Implementing agency: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 0 OJ L 55, 27.2.2018, p. 58

18. Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/101 of 22 January 2018 on the promotion of effective arms export controls This is a new phase of EU outreach activities in the field of arms export controls. 24 third countries in the EU close neighbourhood will receive technical assistance to improve their controls over arms transfer. In addition to promoting effective arms export controls, the objective of this Decision is to support regional cooperation, enhanced transparency and greater responsibility in line with the principles of the EU Common Position 2008/944/CFSP and the risk assessment criteria contained therein. Implementing agency: German Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (‘BAFA’). Budget: EUR 1 304 107 OJ L 17, 23.1.2018, p. 40 Estimated duration of the action: 30 months.

19. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/2370 of 18 December 2017 in support of the Hague Code of Conduct and ballistic missile non-proliferation The contribution aims to: a) promote the subscription to the Code by an ever larger number of States and ultimately its universality; b) support the full implementation of the Code; c) promote dialogue among subscribing and non-subscribing States with the aim of helping to build confidence and transparency, encouraging restraint and creating more stability and security for all; d) reinforce the Code’s visibility and raising public awareness about the risks and threats posed by ballistic missile proliferation; e) explore, in particular through academic studies, possibilities of enhancing the Code and of promoting cooperation between the Code and other relevant multilateral instruments, such as the Missile Technology Control Regime, UNSCR 1540 (2004) and the United Nations Register of Objects Launched in Outer Space. Implementing agency: Fondation pour le Recherche Stratégique. Budget: EUR 1 878 120 OJ L 337, 19.12.2017, p. 28 Estimated duration of the action: 40 months.

20. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/2302 of 12 December 2017 in support of the OPCW activities to assist clean-up operations at the former chemical weapons storage site in Libya a) The contribution aims to support the OPCW in the complete destruction of Libya’s chemical weapons stockpile subject to the verification measures provided for in the Chemical Weapons Convention. The specific objectives of the project are to: b) complete the full clean-up operations at the former chemical weapons storage site at Ruwagha (Al Jufra province), in an environmentally compliant manner, subject to the verification measures provided for in the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC); c) increase the capacity of the Libyan National Authority (LNA), as designated pursuant to Article VII(4) of the CWC, and those engaged in destruction, decontamination, and disposal of chemical materials in Libya, and d) train those engaged in these efforts to collect, record, and transport soil samples in and around the Ruwagha tank farm in accordance with OPCW standards, with the use of live video feeds and sealed OPCW cameras, for compliance with the report of the Eighty-Third Session of the Executive Council. Implementing agency: The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 3 035 591 OJ L 329, 13.12.2017, p. 49 Estimated duration of the action: 20 months.

21. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/2303 of 12 December 2017 in support of the continued implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2118 (2013) and OPCW Executive Council decision EC-M-33/DEC.1 on the destruction of Syrian chemical weapons The project supported through this Decision is the provision of situation-awareness products related to the security of the OPCW fact-finding mission, including the status of the road network through the delivery to OPCW of SatCen satellite imagery products. Implementing agency: The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Budget: EUR 1 003 717 OJ L 329, 13.12.2017, p. 55 Estimated duration of the action: 12 months.

22. Council Decision (EU) 2017/2284 of 11 December 2017 to provide support to States in the African, Asia-Pacific and Latin America and Caribbean regions to participate in the high-level fissile material cut-off treaty expert preparatory group consultative process The contribution provides support to States in the African, the Asia-Pacific and the Latin America and Caribbean regions to participate in the high-level FMCT expert preparatory group consultative process, in sub-regional workshops and expert meetings. It also aims to facilitate the transmission of knowledge between academia, civil society organisations and Member States relating to fissile materials and to establish a repository of relevant information and publications. Implementing agency: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 1 220 881 OJ L 328, 12.12.2017, p. 32 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

23. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/1252 of 11 July 2017 in support of the strengthening of chemical safety and security in Ukraine in line with the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery Aiming to enhance peace and security in the neighbourhood of the Union by reducing the threat posed by the illicit trade of controlled and toxic chemicals in the OSCE region, in particular in Ukraine and to uphold effective multilateralism at regional level by supporting the action of the OSCE to enhance the capabilities of the competent authorities in Ukraine to prevent the illicit trade of controlled and toxic chemicals in line with obligations under UNSCR 1540, the contribution provides support for: a) improving Ukraine’s regulatory system on chemical safety and security; b) establishing a Ukrainian national reference centre to identify controlled and toxic chemicals; c) strengthening controls over cross-boundary movement of controlled and toxic chemicals. Implementing agency: the OSCE Secretariat and an OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine. Budget: EUR 1 431 157 OJ L 179, 12.7.2017, p. 8 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

24. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/1195 of 4 July 2017 amending Decision 2014/129/CFSP, promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (EU Consortium Second Extension) Second Extension of the EU Consortium Council Decision Implementing agency: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: EUR 434 254 OJ L 172, 5.7.2017, p. 14 Estimated duration of the action: 6 months.

25. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/915 of 29 May 2017 on Union outreach activities in support of the implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty This is a second phase of EU outreach activities in support of the Arms Trade Treaty in order to: a) support a number of States to strengthen their arms transfer control systems for effective implementation of the ATT; (b) increase awareness and ownership of the ATT at national and regional levels by the relevant national and regional authorities and civil society stakeholders. Implementing agency: German Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (‘BAFA’) and Expertise France (EF). Budget: EUR 8 368 151 OJ L 139, 30.5.2017, p. 38 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

26. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/809 of 11 May 2017 in support of the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) on the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery The support provided aims to help enhance the relevant national and regional efforts and capabilities, primarily through training, capacity-building and assistance facilitation in close coordination with other Union programmes and other actors involved in the implementation of UNSCR 1540 (2004); to ensure synergies and complementarity; to contribute to the practical implementation of specific recommendations of both the 2009 comprehensive review on the status of implementation of UNSCR 1540 (2004) and the outcome of the comprehensive review conducted during 2016, in particular in the areas of technical assistance, international cooperation and raising public awareness; to support the development of voluntary UNSCR 1540 (2004) national implementation action plans upon States’ request; to promote the engagement of relevant stakeholders from industry and civil society in the implementation of UNSCR 1540 (2004). Implementing agency: United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Budget: EUR 2 672 770 OJ L 121, 12.5.2017, p. 39 Estimated duration of the action: 36 months.

27. Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/632 Amending Decision 2014/129/CFSP, promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (EU Consortium First Extension) Extending the duration of Council Decision 2014/129/CFSP to enable the full implementation of the activities contained therein. Implementing agency: EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. Budget: no-cost extension OJ L 90, 4.4.2017, p. 10 Estimated duration of the action: 3 months.

28. 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.

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. 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.

32. 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.

33. 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) CD (CFSP) 2015/1838: extended it until 25 April 2016.

34. 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.

35. Council Decision (CFSP) 2015/259 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 (CFSP) 2015/259 for the years 2015-17 has made available to the OPCW some EUR 2,5 mln 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.

36. 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.

37. 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.

38. 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.

39. 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.

40. 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, p. 13 Duration of the action: 24 months.

41. 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.

42. 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, p. 40 Duration of the action: 24 months.

43. 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, p. 27 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 3 December 2015. Implemented.

44. 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, p. 74 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 28 March 2015. Implemented.

45. 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, p. 67 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.

46. 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, p. 61 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 January 2015. Implemented.

47. 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, p. 68 Duration of the action: 18 months. Extended to 31 July 2014. Implemented.

48. 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, p. 49 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 December 2014. Implemented.

49. 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.

50. 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 259, 1.10.2010, p. 10 Duration of the action: 24 months. Extended to 31 December 2014. Implemented.

51. 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 202, 4.8.2010, p. 5 Duration of the action: 36 months. Extended to 30 June 2014. Implemented.

52. 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, p. 7 Duration of the action: 18 months. Extended to 16 May 2014. Implemented.

53. 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, p. 96 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

54. 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, p. 91 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

55. 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, p. 29 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

56. 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, p. 28 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

57. 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, p. 78 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

58. 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, p. 62 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

59. 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, p. 17 Duration of the action: 24 months. Implemented.

60. 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, p. 38 Estimated duration of the action: 18 months. Suspension, Force majeure. Ended.

61. 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, p. 31 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

62. 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, p. 10 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

63. 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, p. 30 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

64. 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, p. 20 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

65. 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, p. 30 Duration of the action: 22 months. Implemented.

66. 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, p. 68 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

67. 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, p. 51 Duration of the action: 18 months. Implemented.

68. 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, p. 34 Duration of the action: 12 months. Implemented.

69. 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, p. 44 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

70. 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, p. 63 Estimated duration of the action: 12 months. Implemented.

71. 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, p. 57 Duration of the action: 36 months. Implemented.

72. 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, p. 46 Duration of the action: 15 months. Implemented.

73. 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, p. 69 Expired on the date of expiry of the EU Common Strategy 1999/414/CFSP on Russia. Implemented.