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Can a state´s nuclear status influence its behavior in dyadic relationships? The present study examines the role played by nuclear status on the proliferating state´s level of hostility and cooperation towards other states in dyadic relationships. The study builds on the existing literature by looking at the behavior of states prior to becoming nuclear weapons states by strictly examining states with nuclear weapons development programs.

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Zakaria, Patty
Patty Zakaria is a faculty member at University Canada West and Yorkville University, where she teaches political science, design thinking, and research method courses. She completed a Ph.D. in International Relations from Wayne State University, where she focused on international security, nuclear proliferation, and political corruption.

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