kind should in time become routine exercises in international methods development. The second novel activity that Finland has been engaged in is the training programme on CW verification methods for analytical chemists from developing countries. The first four-month long course was completed in May this year. I am glad to report that the course surpassed our highest expectations. That, of course, is as much due to the dedication and enthusiasm of the participants, who came from Brazil, Kenya and Pakistan, as to the organizers themselves. A detailed report of the experiences gained during the programme will be prepared for the Blue Book series next year on the basis of experience gathered from three courses by then. The second training course will start in the coming August. The invitation to nominate candidates for next year's two courses was circulated some time ago and we hope to receive the nominations before 15 September. I can also add that, as of next year, we will be able to increase the number of participants in these courses so as to reach eight chemists per year. Finland fully shares the concern of the international community of the spread of chemical weapons. We have passed new legislation to control the export of CW precursors. This new legislation which enters into force next month covers a list of 37 precursors under export-licensing requirements. Thirteen additional precursor chemicals will be placed on a warning list. As appears from the Finnish data relevant to the CW convention as provided to the Conference (CD/CW/WP.297) there is no production in Finland of any of the scheduled substances, except in laboratory quantities for protective and research purposes. There are only four facilities altogether which use five of the Schedule 2 and 3 chemicals in their processes. CD/PV.559 7 (Mr, Karhilo, Finland )
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing a training program for analytical chemists from developing countries, as well as Finland's efforts to control the export of chemical weapons precursors. The focus is on international cooperation, scientific development, and regulatory measures, which suggests that the category should be related to science, technology, and international cooperation.

**Category**
Science and technology, International trade