Chronology of Opposition to French Nuclear Testing

Chronology of International Opposition

to French Nuclear Testing in the South Pacific

A chronology of opposition to France's decision to resume nuclear testing at Moruroa atoll since Jacques Chirac was elected President of France on May 7. The decision sparked international outrage and expressions of deep concern from around the world. Chirac announced on June 13 that France would conduct more nuclear weapons tests in the South Pacific.