Quiz 4 Flashcards
“In one sentence, what is the NPT (explain this acronym) and note its main goal.”
The NPT (Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons) is a multilateral treaty aimed at limiting the spread of nuclear weapons including three elements: (1) non-proliferation, (2) disarmament, and (3) peaceful use of nuclear energy.
what is the thucydides trap
The Thucydides Trap is a concept in international relations that defines the heightened risk of conflict when a rising power challenges an established one, drawing from Thucydides’ observation that the ascent of Athens provoked fear in Sparta, leading to the Peloponnesian War.
who are the 3 Depositaries of the NPT:
USA, UK, Russian. oversaw the NPT’s negotiation, adoption, and entry into force.
what are NNWS
All the other states are therefore considered non-nuclear weapon states (NNWS)
What are NWS
those that had manufactured and detonated a nuclear explosive device prior to 1 January 1967. The five nuclear weapon states are China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
define nonproliferation
NWS: must not transfer weapons to any recipient or assist NNWS to acquire them.
NNWS must not receive weapons and must not manufacture or acquire them.
define disarmament
Nuclear disarmament is the process of reducing or eliminating the number of nuclear weapons worldwide. this section of the NPT states that All Parties must pursue negotiations to end the nuclear arms race and work towards nuclear disarmament
what is Peaceful Use
States may develop, produce, and use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes such as nuclear energy
when do parties convene
every five years to review the implementation of the Treaty
non-complianct states
India, Israel, Pakistan, and South Sudan never signed. six non-compliant: Iraq, Romania, North Korea, Libya, Iran, and Syria.
IAEA
The International Atomic Energy Agency
when NPT
entered into force March 5, 1970
why NPT
NPT was created to address the growing threat of nuclear weapons to international peace By committing countries to nuclear disarmament
Kent speaking with Lear in Act I, scene 1, lines 155-203.
Kent is urging Lear to reconsider his rash decisions and warning him against surrounding himself with flattery. Lear, in his anger, banishes Kent from his kingdom, but Kent continues to speak truth to power, even at the risk of his own life. Lear banishes Kent, but Kent remains determined to serve Lear faithfully.
France speaking in Act I, scene 1, lines 290-303.
King of France praises Cordelia her for her virtues despite her lack of material wealth. He declares his love and respect for her, emphasizing that he values her more than any riches. He asserts his intention to marry her and dismisses the “waters” duke of Burgundy.
