Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) | UPSC
The Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) was signed by 22 NATO and Warsaw Pact members in 1990, aiming to reduce military equipment and enhance stability; recent disputes include Russia's suspension and non-compliance allegations.
The CFE Treaty, a cornerstone of post-Cold War security, faces significant challenges with Russia's suspension in 2007 and NATO's concerns over compliance, undermining efforts to maintain military balance and transparency in Europe.
Originally involving NATO and Warsaw Pact members, the CFE Treaty aimed at limiting conventional forces; recent tensions, especially Russia's suspension and accusations of treaty breaches, have strained its effectiveness and raised security concerns.
The CFE Treaty, pivotal in reducing European military tensions, now grapples with Russia's withdrawal and mutual accusations of non-compliance among members, threatening the treaty's role in maintaining regional stability and arms control.
While the CFE Treaty successfully fostered trust among European nations post-Cold War, recent issues such as Russia's 2007 suspension and ongoing compliance disputes with NATO have weakened its regulatory framework, challenging European security dynamics.