Review of African Political Economy - Vol. 32 No. 104/5 Defence Systems/Equipment: Lifeblood of Arms Trade

Abstract of Briefing

Title:	Defence Systems and Equipment International: Lifeblood of the Arms Trade
Author:	Ian Prichard and James O'Nions
Location:	Vol.32 No.104/5 (Jun/Sep 2005), pp475-477

The UK government continues to offer a programme of political and financial support to UK-based arms exporting companies at levels disproportionate to those received by civil industry. Those questioning this support are directed towards the wider gains that are said to accrue from involvement in the international arms market, i.e. economic, strategic, and peace and security benefits. Yet these rationales lack credibility to such an extent that other explanations are required.

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