| ID | 091668 |
| Title Proper | Nuclear proliferation |
| Other Title Information | the role and regulation of corporations |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Masters, Joshua |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As the potential for the involvement of corporations in the manufacture of nuclear weapons has increased, particularly through dual-use technology, global regulation has failed to keep pace. Where regulation of private corporations does exist, in the form of treaties, UN resolutions, or more informal arrangements, the obligations fall only on states. This state of affairs is a result of international law's traditional deference to state sovereignty; yet, it has led to significant shortcomings in the global regulatory regime, where states are unwilling or unable to meet their obligations. While radical departures from the traditional model of international law might remove the regulatory gaps caused by noncompliant states, such changes are unrealistic in the current political climate. More realistic changes must be focused on, offering greater recognition of the role of private corporations in nuclear proliferation and increasing state compliance with existing regulation. |
| `In' analytical Note | Nonproliferation Review Vol. 16, No. 3; Nov 2009: p347-361p. |
| Journal Source | Nonproliferation Review Vol. 16, No. 3; Nov 2009: p347-361p. |
| Key Words | Nuclear Weapons ; Proliferation ; Dual-use Technology ; Corporations ; State Sovereignty ; Regulation ; NPT |