National Strategy to Combat Weapons of Mass Destruction

Abstract

weapons of mass destruction (WMD) nuclear, biological, and chemical in the possession of hostile states and terrorists represent one of the greatest security challenges facing the United States. We must pursue a comprehensive strategy to counter this threat in all of its dimensions. An effective strategy for countering WMD, including their use and further proliferation, is an integral component of the National Security Strategy of the United States of America. As with the war on terrorism, our strategy for homeland security, and our new concept of deterrence, the U.S. approach to combat WMD represents a fundamental change from the past. To succeed, we must take full advantage of today's opportunities, including the application of new technologies, increased emphasis on intelligence collection and analysis, the strengthening of alliance relationships, and the establishment of new partnerships with former adversaries.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA460690

Entities

Organizations

  • Executive Office of the President of the United States

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Arms Control
  • Arms Control Treaties
  • Chemical Weapons
  • Fissile Materials
  • Governments
  • Homeland Security
  • Interagency Coordination
  • Law
  • Local Governments
  • Materials
  • National Security
  • Nuclear Materials
  • Security
  • Treaties
  • United States
  • Weapons
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Irregular Warfare and Special Operations Cyberspace Operations against Adversarial Threats.
  • Systems Analysis and Design