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The sharp downside of success: how a third North Korean nuclear test could change the strategic dynamic in Northeast Asia
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International relations
Nuclear weapons testing
Defence
East Asia
Description
This paper explores the effects of a successful third North Korean nuclear test on the Northeast Asian security dynamic.
A successful test, of around fifteen kilotons, could bring to the fore a slew of serious strategic issues in Northeast Asia, creating problems for North Korea's neighbours and further afield. The paper considers the implications for Australia and regional security.
Publication Details
Copyright:
Australian Strategic Policy Institute Limited 2012
Access Rights Type:
open
Post date:
23 Aug 2012
