Interdependence, Development, and Interstate Conflict
Title
Interdependence, Development, and Interstate Conflict
Author
Gartzke, Erik
Research Area
Class, Status and Power
Topic
Violence, Conflict and Conflict Resolution
Abstract
A nation's economy is the engine that powers, produces, and procures the weapons of war. Economic interests may benefit from war through increased production or they may oppose contests that promise to interfere with profits from trade and investment. Punitive raids, a major invasion, or an attack from the air may also hamper the productive potential of a nation, encouraging its leaders to think twice before using force.