Soviet-East European relations as a problem for Western policy
One of the central dilemmas for Western security policy in Europe during the postwar period has been the desire to reduce the dependence of Eastern Europe on the Soviet Union while maintaining a stable security environment. The ultimate ends have changed little, but the conception of what are viable means to those ends has evolved substantially and has also become the subject of considerable dispute among the Allies. This study analyzes the evolution of Eastern Europe both internally and in its relationship with the Soviet Union, the development of relations between the two superpowers, and the equilibrium between the two security systems. The authors examine how these changes have altered Western policy options, how internal Western frictions, arising from differing interpretations of these developments, can best be managed, and the most appropriate future policies both to achieve Western goals and to benefit Eastern Europe.
- OSTI ID:
- 6344349
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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