| ID | 087986 |
| Title Proper | Creating instability in dangerous global regions |
| Other Title Information | North Korean proliferation and support to terrorism in the Middle East and South Asia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bechtol, Bruce E |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | North Korea contributes to instability in the Middle East and South Asia through its proliferation of missiles and other weapons systems used as delivery platforms for chemical (and the production of chemical munitions) or biological weapons, including long-range artillery. Evidence also shows that North Korea has collaborated in the nuclear programs of Syria, Iran, Libya, and Pakistan and has provided weapons and training to terrorist groups in both the Middle East and South Asia (Hezbollah and the Tamil Tigers). Given the recent decision by Washington to take Pyongyang off of the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, the recent and ongoing activity by North Korea directly related to proliferation of WMD and the support of terrorist groups could lead to severe foreign policy challenges for the United States and its allies in the future. |
| `In' analytical Note | Comparative Strategy Vol. 28, No.2; Apr-Jun 2009: p99-115 |
| Journal Source | Comparative Strategy Vol. 28, No.2; Apr-Jun 2009: p99-115 |
| Key Words | Creating Instability ; Dangerous Global Regions ; Global Regions ; North korea ; North Korean Proliferation ; Terrorism Support ; Middle East ; South Asia ; Chemical Weapons ; Nuclear Programs ; WMD ; Foreign Policy |