US nuclear deterrent is secure despite doubts cast on warhead

Article Abstract:

A debate within the US weapons laboratories over the reliability of the W-76 Trident warhead, which was giving problems, became public in April 2005 after a New York Times article reported that many nuclear weapons experts believed up to three-quarters of the US nuclear force could be defective. The test statistics of the weapons and the implications of the possible defects are examined.

United States, Legal issues & crime, Company legal issue, Investigations, Weapons laboratories

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Nukes in the balance: The effects of proliferation on regional security

Article Abstract:

Possession of nuclear weapons can have a positive as well as a negative effect on regional security. Nuclear powers in a regional context can pose a serious challenge to regional stability but on the other end nuclear weapons can have a restraining effect on potential combatants, preventing the escalation of conflict and thus proving to be positive for international stability.

Usage, International aspects, Nuclear arms control, South Asia, Arms race

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Maritime security measures

Article Abstract:

The Maritime industry could only scan containers for nuclear or radiological devices effectively, but not the chemical or biological weapons. For avoiding incidences like Limburg oil tanker attack, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is implementing measures to intercept weapons of mass destruction (WMD)-laden containers and awaiting improved container scanners.

General services, Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs, Water Transportation Programs, Safety and security measures, Shipping industry, Marine transportation, International Maritime Organization

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