Role of science and technology in the context of international security and disarmament : resolution / adopted by the General Assembly

Affirms that scientific and technological progress should be used for benefit of all mankind to promote sustainable economic and social development of all States and to safeguard international security; urges all Member States to undertake multilateral negotiations with participation of all interested States to establish universally acceptable, non-discriminatory guidelines for international transfers of dual-use goods and technologies and high technology with military applications; encourages UN bodies to contribute to promoting application of science and technology for peaceful purposes.

Adopted 106-48-21, 66th plenary meeting

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Issued in GAOR, 59th sess., Suppl. no. 49.