Domestic Nuclear Materials Security Legislation

Factors

• CPPNM implementation authority

  Rating: Rating 0-1

  Source: Economist Intelligence Unit analyst qualitative assessment based on official national sources, which vary by country.

  Existence of national authority (state body) to implement the CPPNM increases the likelihood of implementation and demonstrates commitment to the CPPNM's objectives.

  Question: Is there a national authority for the implementation of the Convention for the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material (CPPNM)?

  0= No; 1= Yes;

• National legal framework for CPPNM

  Rating: Rating 0-1

  Source: Economist Intelligence Unit analyst qualitative assessment based on official national sources, which vary by country.

  A national legal framework is part of the foundation of a strong system and culture of nuclear materials security.

  Question: Has the state fulfilled all obligations for a national legal framework for the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Materials (CPPNM)?

  0= No; 1= Yes;