Report on Deterrence in a World of Nuclear Multipolarity

Download or read book Report on Deterrence in a World of Nuclear Multipolarity written by United States. International Security Advisory Board and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The report examines the challenges facing the United States in a world of nuclear multipolarity. This study first identifies the questions for U.S. deterrence, extended deterrence and assurance, and nuclear nonproliferation. It then evaluates deterrence strategy options, potential arms control measures, implications for reducing the role of nuclear weapons, and the impact of future risk reduction measures. The report concludes with specific recommendations for the Department of State. The report is organized in response to the specific subjects the ISAB was directed to consider by the Terms of Reference – deterrence, extended deterrence and assurance, and nonproliferation challenges; deterrence strategy options; potential arms control measures; implications for reducing the role of nuclear weapons; and the impact of future risk reduction measures (see Annex A). The report concludes with a consolidated list of recommendations for the Department of State in responding to a world of nuclear multipolarity.