Address to the United Nations on Disarmament (1975)

Summary

Brezhnev's "Address to the United Nations on Disarmament (1975)" presents the Soviet Union's comprehensive program for arms limitation and disarmament, asserting that détente requires concrete steps toward reducing the threat of war. The central thesis is that the achievement of lasting peace and security hinges on the immediate implementation of a global disarmament strategy encompassing nuclear and conventional weapons.

The address outlines key Soviet proposals, including the prohibition of weapons of mass destruction, reduction of military budgets, and the establishment of nuclear-free zones. It emphasizes the need for collective security and mutual trust as prerequisites for effective disarmament, aiming to persuade the international community to adopt Soviet initiatives.

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Key concepts

• Program of Peace — A Soviet foreign policy initiative presented in 1975 advocating for comprehensive disarmament measures to ensure global security.
• Limitation of Armaments — Proposals focused on reducing and controlling the development and proliferation of both nuclear and conventional weapons.
• Reduction of Military Budgets — A call for states to decrease their defense spending, redirecting resources towards economic and social development.
• Nuclear-Free Zones — The establishment of regions where nuclear weapons would be prohibited to reduce the risk of nuclear conflict.