How we cite our quotes: (Sentence)
Quote #1
This Treaty shall be open to all States for signature. (18)
Rule No. 1 of the Partial Test Ban Treaty Club: everyone talks about the PTBT (and anyone can join).
Rule No. 2 of the Partial Test Ban Treaty Club: everyone talks about the PTBT (and anyone can join).
Quote #2
This Treaty shall be subject to ratification by signatory States. (20)
No kidding around, the PTBT has to get the final approval from the governments that sign on to it. Otherwise, it's just a symbolic promise and not a binding one.
Quote #3
This Treaty shall be registered by the Depositary Governments pursuant to Article 102 of the Charter of the United Nations. (25)
Oof, so officious—but necessary. For the PTBT to get the endorsement of the United Nations is a big deal because it legitimizes the treaty on the international scene. Without U.N. support, the gravity and conditions of the treaty may not be taken seriously, defeating its purpose altogether.