CTBT stands for Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. It is a
multilateral treaty that bans all nuclear explosions, whether for military or
civilian purposes, in all environments. The treaty was adopted by the United
Nations General Assembly in 1996 and has been signed by 185 countries and
ratified by 170.
The CTBT's main
objective is to prevent nuclear explosions and the development of new nuclear
weapons by verifying that nuclear tests are not being conducted. This is
achieved through the establishment of a comprehensive International Monitoring
System (IMS), which consists of a global network of monitoring stations and
laboratories that monitor the planet for any signs of nuclear testing.
The CTBT has not yet
entered into force, as it requires ratification by eight specific countries
listed in the treaty's Annex 2, including the United States, China, and North
Korea. However, the treaty has had a significant impact on global efforts to
halt the spread of nuclear weapons, and it continues to be an important
component of international efforts to promote disarmament and prevent the
proliferation of nuclear weapons.
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