This overview of world affairs provides a comprehensive assessment of the important trends and events during 1986 and the first half of 1987 that will have a decisive impact on U.S. security. Combining the expertise of an eminent group of regional specialists, economists, and military analysts, Global Security: A Review of Strategic and Economic

Barry M Blechman

Foreword -- The Year in Review -- The East-West Military Balance -- The International Economy with a National Security Perspective -- The Soviet Economy: In Search of Reform -- Southern Africa: Descent into Chaos? -- NATO's Southern Flank: A Troubled Region -- Latin America: Political Progress, Economic Stagnation -- South Asia in 1986 -- Other Titles Published in Cooperation with the Center for Strategic and International Studies