ABSTRACT
A radical shift in international relations, such as the establishment of a nuclear-weapon-free world, requires, in accordance with the political practice established, an international treaty, as a permanent and binding structure. The Treaty for the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons would of course be the end-product of a long process of negotiation. Given the necessary precondition that all the five declared nuclear-weapon states are in favour of the Treaty, it may be reasonable to expect rapid general adherence. The Treaty would make illegal the possession or use of nuclear weapons or other nuclear explosive devices. A collective enforcement system, including military measures, is outlined as the most appropriate to sustain the Treaty for the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons. The means of redress for violations would be action by the Security Council pursuant to its general powers under the Charter of the United Nations, to maintain or restore international peace or security.
