Strategies of arms control

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Focusing on the intricate relationship between arms control and multi-polar international relations, the book explores the historical evolution of weapons agreements from ancient times to the present. It introduces a typology of arms control that encompasses conflict resolution, state stabilization, behavioral norms, proliferation management, and the role of international organizations. The author analyzes five distinct strategies and applies this framework to contemporary agreements in the post-Cold War context, offering insights into the complexities of modern arms control.