Nuclear Deterrence in French Security Policy
Nuclear Deterrence in French Security Policy
Author(s): Łukasz Kulesa
Subject(s): Governance, International relations/trade, Security and defense, Military policy
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: France; security policy; French defence; nuclear deterrence; arms control; European collective security;
Summary/Abstract: On 7 February, President Emmanuel Macron delivered a major speech on the French defence and deterrence strategy. His proposals to commence a strategic dialogue on the role of France’s nuclear deterrence in the collective security of Europe and on the potential “association” of partners with the French deterrence exercises deserve close attention. Due to its potential of causing a transatlantic rift, his call for developing an independent European approach to arms control will be difficult to accept.
Series: PISM Bulletin
- Page Count: 2
- Publication Year: 2020
- Language: English
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