Importing the Bomb

Matthew Kroenig
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Matthew Kroenig: Department of Government Georgetown University, Washington D.C

Journal of Conflict Resolution, 2009, vol. 53, issue 2, 161-180

Abstract: Why do nuclear weapons spread? Using new data on sensitive nuclear transfers, this article analyzes the determinants of nuclear proliferation. The author first describes a simple logic of the technical and strategic advantages that potential nuclear proliferators can gain by importing nuclear materials and technology from more advanced nuclear states. The author then shows that sensitive nuclear transfers are an important determinant of nuclear proliferation. In broader terms, the author find strong support for a supply-side approach to nuclear proliferation. States that are better able to produce nuclear weapons, due to either international assistance or domestic capacity, are more likely to do so.

Keywords: nuclear proliferation; nuclear weapons; sensitive nuclear assistance; supply side; nuclear energy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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DOI: 10.1177/0022002708330287

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