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Located in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. NWINT is a scientific research institute devoted mainly to applied nuclear technology research. NWINT conducts diagnostic support work for China's nuclear weapons testing. In the past, NWINT has been China's main organization responsible for conducting and analyzing its nuclear testing program. NWINT is currently working on verification issues related to the CTBT.
NWINT runs the Red Mountain Institute, located in Malan, about 200 km northwest of Lop Nor. The Institute was established in 1963, and is a modern center for nuclear weapons research and testing. The Institute contains a large archive on nuclear explosions, nuclear warfare, and nuclear weapons design.
In May 1999, the Institute was added to the US Commerce Department's "Entity List" so that all exports or re-exports to it require an export license. This step is aimed at preventing exports which would materially contribute to missile proliferation.
Last updated April 2003
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