The Global Arms Trade is written by a team of security experts
drawn from around the world, analysing a phenomenon which has
continued to flourish despite the end of the Cold War and the
preoccupation with global terrorism after 11 September 2001. It
provides a clear description and analysis of the demand for, and
supply of, modern weapons systems, and assesses key issues of
concern. The comprehensive and in-depth treatment of the subject
establishes this volume as a standard reference on the subject. It
is divided sections which examine the demand for arms, the supply
of arms and the key issues in the global arms trade. Part 1:
Introduction. Develops the general conceptual framework by
providing and overview of the global arms trade Part 2: Arms
Modernization after the Cold War. Focuses on the demand for arms,
in terms of defence spending, procurement and modernization Part 3:
The Arms Industry after the Cold War. Examines the supply of arms,
and the evolution, development of the arms industry, as well as its
problems and prospects Part 4: Key Issues in the Global Arms Trade.
Discusses the major issues arising from the arms trade phenomenon
The global arms trade is a major area of academic and governmental
enquiry. With chapters looking at World regions such as Asia,
Europe and the Middle East, as well as individual countries, this
book will be of particular use and interest to scholars of
international relations and security studies, policy analysts and
defence professionals.
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