Europe and Global Zero

Abstract

Most European countries continue to rely on nuclear weapons to ensure their security, as recently confirmed by NATO’s new Strategic Concept and the Defence and Deterrence Posture Review (DDPR). Given the persisting nuclear dangers and the risks of a multinuclear world, this article makes the case that the European states should instead take measures to create the conditions for complete nuclear disarmament – regardless whether this goal is achievable or not. This article hence explores the possibilities for a stronger European contribution to the process towards Global Zero, putting forward some recommendations.