Tokyo terror and chemical arms control

Journal Article · Sat Apr 01 00:00:00 EST 1995 · Arms Control Today

OSTI ID:433525

Keeny, Jr, S M

The nerve gas attack in the Tokyo subway underscores the extreme vulnerability of urban society to terrorist attacks. The best defense is improved intelligence of potential terrorists and domestic laws permitting pre-emptive action when there is probable cause. If the 1993 Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) were in force, all 159 signatories would be required to have such laws. The author examies the threat and provides some political insights.

• OSTI ID: 433525
• Journal Information: Arms Control Today, Vol. 25, Issue 3; Other Information: PBD: Apr 1995
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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