Post-Cold War Effects on the Non-proliferation Regime

Journal Article · Thu Mar 30 23:00:00 EST 2006 · Problems of Post-Communism, 53(2):30-38

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2753/PPC1075-8216530203· OSTI ID:882966

Kessler, Carol E

This journal article analyzes nuclear and security related events of the past 15 years to illustrate the changes in geopolitics and the shifting balance of power following the collapse of the Soviet Union. Reflection upon these events establishes the context for strengthening the nonproliferation regime. The author concludes that post Soviet communism hastened the movement towards a unipolar system with hegemonic power vested in the United States, and this geopolitical imbalance fostered insecurities and greater threats. Multilateral cooperation and commitment from the US would help this leader achieve its goal of security through increased global confidence in the international system.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Richland, WA (US)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 882966
• Report Number(s): PNNL-SA-47845
• Journal Information: Problems of Post-Communism, 53(2):30-38, Journal Name: Problems of Post-Communism, 53(2):30-38
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English