Nuclear Proliferation and International Security: Challenges and Perspectives

Yuqian Huang

doi:10.62051/ijsspa.v4n2.52

Authors

Yuqian Huang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62051/ijsspa.v4n2.52

Keywords:

Nuclear Proliferation, International Security, Non-proliferation Treaty (NPT), North Korea, Iran Nuclear Program, Nuclear Disarmament

Abstract

This paper offers a comprehensive examination of the intricate issue of nuclear proliferation and its ramifications for international security. The paper examines the historical context of nuclear proliferation, from the development of nuclear weapons in the early 20th century to the establishment of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). The paper examines the current state of nuclear proliferation, with a particular focus on the challenges posed by countries such as North Korea and Iran, as well as the potential threat of non-state actors acquiring nuclear materials. Furthermore, the study examines the global response to these challenges, including the role of the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the efficacy of sanctions, and the fragility of diplomatic agreements. The study emphasises the slow progress of nuclear disarmament and the significant influence of major powers in shaping future non-proliferation efforts. It concludes with a discussion of future challenges and opportunities in the field of nuclear non-proliferation, underscoring the necessity for a flexible and comprehensive global strategy that integrates technological advances and international cooperation to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons.

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