Non-Proliferation Agreement
/ˌnɒn-prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən əˈɡriːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A treaty or accord aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons or other weapons of mass destruction among states.
The Non-Proliferation Agreement seeks to limit the acquisition of nuclear weapons by non-nuclear states.
Forms
- non-proliferation agreement
- non-proliferation agreements
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Commentary
Often specific to nuclear arms control, these agreements require precise definitions and verification mechanisms to ensure compliance.
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