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<p>The 1958 UK-US Mutual Defence Agreement is a bilateral treaty which provides the
basis of the UK’s relationship with the US in respect of nuclear propulsion and nuclear
warheads. <br><br>Most of the activity carried out under the treaty comprises exchanging
information, which takes place through a series of joint working groups. <br><br>In
addition, there are two enhanced collaborations, which are focused on developing capabilities:<br><br>Enhanced
Nuclear Safety – the objective of which is to develop architectures and technologies
related to warhead safety.<br><br>Warhead Electrical System – the objective of which
is to develop architectures and technologies related to warhead electrical systems.<br><br>Both
enhanced collaborations contribute to ensuring that the UK maintains our nuclear warhead
stockpile on a continuing basis.</p><p> </p>
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