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Law of the sea and ASW : National security versus arms control

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  • Larson, David
  • Tarpgaard, Peter

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The law of the sea has always been open to the charge of being a 'covenant without a sword' and its effectiveness when challenged by the perceived national security of a superpower is questionable. Attempts to limit and control antisubmarine warfare (ASW) have demonstrated that neither superpower is prepared to risk its second-strike capability for what may be an illusory legal protection. This article reviews developments relevant to ASW in the law of the sea and describes the significance of ASW to the superpowers' strategic objectives. The authors conclude by stressing the urgent need for effective arms control.

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  • Larson, David & Tarpgaard, Peter, 1982. "Law of the sea and ASW : National security versus arms control," Marine Policy, Elsevier, vol. 6(2), pages 90-102, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:marpol:v:6:y:1982:i:2:p:90-102
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