Arms Control in Crisis: Structural Impediments, Political Constraints, and Prospects in the 21st Century Introduction Arms control has long been a central aspiration of international politics, serving both as a normative project of peace and a pragmatic mechanism for preventing military escalation. From the 1963 Limited Test Ban Treaty to the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaties … Continue reading Examine the structural and political factors that have historically impeded progress in arms control negotiations. Explore the prospects of strengthening arms control in the 21st century, considering the erosion of treaties such as the INF Treaty and challenges posed by emerging domains like cyber and space weaponisation.
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In what ways has the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) fallen short in advancing global nuclear disarmament, and how have its inherent structural limitations and political asymmetries undermined its legitimacy and effectiveness in promoting a universally just non-proliferation regime?
The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), established in 1970, aims to prevent nuclear proliferation, encourage disarmament, and promote peaceful nuclear energy. However, it has failed to achieve significant disarmament, particularly among nuclear-armed states, leading to a legitimacy crisis. Structural inequities and selective enforcement further undermine its credibility, necessitating reforms for equitable nuclear governance.