Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

The proliferation-treaty">Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is an international agreement aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons. It was opened for signing in 1968 and has three main goals: to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons, to promote peaceful uses of nuclear energy, and to work towards global disarmament. Countries that already possess nuclear weapons are encouraged to reduce their arsenals, while non-nuclear-weapon states commit not to develop them. The treaty is a cornerstone of global security and seeks to balance the benefits of nuclear energy with the risks posed by nuclear weapons.