avskräckningspolitik
Avskräckningspolitik, or deterrence policy, is a strategy employed by states and other actors to prevent certain actions or behaviors from occurring by creating a credible threat of punishment or retaliation. The core principle is to influence the decision-making of potential adversaries by making the costs of undesirable actions outweigh any perceived benefits. This can apply to various domains, including military strategy, nuclear non-proliferation, and even economic policies.
The effectiveness of avskräckningspolitik relies on several key components. First, there must be a clear communication
A common example is nuclear deterrence, where the threat of mutually assured destruction (MAD) is intended to