Proliferation of Weapons- and Dual-Use Technologies: Diplomatic, Information, Military, and Economic Approaches

Proliferation of Weapons- and Dual-Use Technologies: Diplomatic, Information, Military, and Economic Approaches
ISBN-10
3030736555
ISBN-13
9783030736552
Category
Political Science
Pages
302
Language
English
Published
2021-07-26
Publisher
Springer Nature
Author
Margaret E. Kosal

Description

This book explores and analyzes the rapid pace of technological evolution in diplomatic, information, military, and economic sectors, which has contributed to a dynamic international policy environment. Global political stability is greatly influenced by innovations originating from numerous sources, including university labs, the technology sector, and military research. Collectively, these innovations guide the movement of people, ideas, and technology that in turn affect the international balance of power. The objective of this volume is to develop new insights into how the proliferation of innovative ideas, low-cost weapons, and dual-use technologies impact the changing global security landscape. Innovative and dual-use technologies can be used for beneficial purposes or defensive purposes. Alternatively they may be appropriated or employed for nefarious purposes by hostile military powers and non-state actors alike. Such actions can threaten global security and stability. As the complexity of technological innovations continues to increase, existing control mechanisms such as international regulations and security arrangements may be insufficient to stem the tide of proliferation over time. As such, this works seeks to assess and present policy solutions to curtail the threat to global stability posed by the proliferation of weapons and dual-use technology.

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