TAKEN QUESTION
(February 22, 2001)

Office of the Spokesman
Washington, DC

Question: Are we aware of any new Russian sales to Iran of material that raise proliferation concerns? Has this administration held any discussions with Russia about our non-proliferation concerns?

Answer:

• The U.S. Government continues to maintain a high-level dialogue with Russia on critical nonproliferation matters such as nuclear and missile cooperation.
• It is an important dimension to our mutual non-proliferation responsibilities and security interests.
• We have made clear that the change of administration has not diminished U.S. concern about Iran.

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