The politics of fear

Article Abstract:

The proliferation of nuclear weapons creates more political complexity than it does military and strategic complexity. Nuclear weapons provide a feeling of strength and security to countries who possess them. However, the use of such weapons guarantees neither, and would likely achieve the opposite through provocation of a similar response. Any regime, however unstable, will almost certainly not use such weapons due to these fears. Nonetheless, nonproliferation must still be sought to prevent a nuclear accident caused either by malfunction or misuse.

Political aspects, Deterrence (Strategy), Nuclear nonproliferation

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International boundaries: the security angle

Article Abstract:

Definitions of national security and territorial integrity have changed in the post-Cold War era. Increased immigration and economic integration have challenged the notion of stable borders and will continue to do so. The Yugoslavian civil war demonstrates that multilateral organizations must not shrink from invading borders to stop domestic bloodshed. Also, the threat of international terrorism and the emergence of new nuclear powers demand a rethinking of what security is and how it can be achieved.

Social aspects, Emigration and immigration, National security, Boundaries, Boundaries (Geography)

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Strong men at the ends of the earth?

Article Abstract:

The second Asian-European summit, planned for Apr 1998 in London, offers an opportunity to create more equal economic opportunities. Previous emphasis has been on the combined needs of North America, Europe and Asia, but this strategy leaves out most of the world's poorest nations. Europe and Asia need to define their common security interests and retain a limited capability for global military reach.

Planning, Europe, International relations, Asia, Summit meetings

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