Thirty years ago today, on June 13, 1995 (May 16, 1995 lunar calendar), France announced the resumption of nuclear tests. French President Jacques Chirac officially announced at a press conference held at the Elysee Office on the evening of June 13, 1995 that France had decided to resume underground nuclear tests in September 1995, and that by May 31, 1996, France would conduct eight nuclear tests in the southern Pacific Ocean. President Chirac said: "Finally, the time has come to make a decision. None of us want to resume nuclear tests, but unfortunately, in April 1992 we stopped too early. I have listened to the opinions of various experts, who have said that France's defense and independence are based on the credibility of the nuclear deterrent, and we should ensure the safety and reliability of this nuclear deterrent. If we want to transition to the stage of simulated nuclear tests, we must conduct a series of nuclear tests today. "When asked by a reporter what impact France's decision will have on the international community, President Chirac said," Our decision will certainly have repercussions in some countries of the world, but it is in line with French interests and independence "and therefore" cannot be changed. "He also stressed that these nuclear tests" will not have any impact on the surrounding environment. " Referring to the June 1996 comprehensive nuclear test ban treaty, President Chirac said: "France will sign this treaty without reservation."