Nuclear-Free Zones

This book explores the concept of nuclear-free zones and their progress, including the three treaties that have established them. It also examines the strengths and weaknesses of these zones and considers the potential for expansion in the Balkans and Africa.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 154 pages
Publication date: 04 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The global demand for nuclear-free zones is on the rise, with a growing interest worldwide. Originally published in 1987, this book delves into the concept of nuclear-free zones and tracks the progress made in establishing them. It explores the varying definitions of nuclear-free zones, ranging from those that aim to exclude everything nuclear, including nuclear power installations and nuclear waste dumping, to those that focus solely on excluding nuclear weapons in a limited manner.

Special attention is given to the three treaties that have established major international nuclear-free zones: Latin America, the South Pacific, and Antarctica. The book examines the strengths and weaknesses of these treaties, as well as the areas where the idea of nuclear-free zones has been proposed, such as the Balkans and Africa.

The book concludes with a comprehensive review of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the future of nuclear-free zones. It sheds light on the ongoing efforts to promote peace, security, and environmental sustainability in regions that are free from the threat of nuclear weapons.

This book is a valuable resource for policymakers, activists, and scholars interested in understanding the dynamics of nuclear-free zones and the potential they hold for a safer and more peaceful world.

Weight: 290g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367530341