November 3rd, 2003, 11:12 PM
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Re: France rethinks nuclear deterrent
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Originally posted by Instar:
I don't any nation that has them getting rid of all its nuclear weapons, maybe a reduction in force, but not completely. As a strategic deterrant, nukes (and more specifically, MIRV tipped ICBMs and ballistic submarines) are too valuable to give up completely. Mind you, they are expensive to keep, so getting rid of a few would not be that big of an issue.
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There is one and very commendable example: South Africa. It had nukes ~20 yeras ago but voluntarily get rid of them. For that, I salute them and wish the best of luck against Australia next weekend ! 
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