The West's Strategic Weaponized Globalization and Supplying of Weaponry to Global Conflicts

Globalization is a term used to describe the increasing connectedness and interdependence of world cultures and economies among the states of the world. It's a concept where all the states of the world live in a connected web of various entities from economies to cultural dimensions. But  the West, comprising major powers such as the United States and various European nations, has played a pivotal role in the web of global conflicts since the collapse of USSR in 1991 by making globalization as a toll for global strategic weaponization. The  significant dimensions of this involvement is the deliberate and strategic supply of weaponry to various regions and conflicts, influencing the dynamics of conflicts and shaping geopolitical landscapes. The Strategic Weaponization of the West in the shades of globalization is now becoming a concern for the world peace.

The West's Strategic Weaponization and Supplying of Weaponry to Global Conflicts

Arms Sales and Military Aid:

Arms sales and military aid are central to the West's influence on global conflicts. The United States, in particular, has been a major contributor, providing extensive military aid to its allies. An illustrative case is the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where the U.S. has been a key supplier of arms to Saudi Arabia. The Saudi-led coalition's military intervention, fueled by Western weaponry, has resulted in a protracted and devastating conflict with severe humanitarian consequences.  According to a post from Al Jazeera Published On 15 Mar 2021, The United States, France and Germany substantially increased their weapons exports in the last five years. The biggest growth in arms imports was seen in the Middle East where countries imported 25 percent more weapons in the past five years than in the 2011-2015 period.

Proxy Wars and Military Support:

The West's involvement in proxy wars during the Cold War era remains a crucial chapter in the global history of conflicts. The U.S. and the Soviet Union engaged in supporting allied factions in various regions, shaping the outcomes of conflicts. In Afghanistan, the U.S. supplied weapons to Afghan mujahideen fighters in their resistance against Soviet forces. This military support contributed significantly to the eventual withdrawal of Soviet forces but also left a legacy of instability and conflict in the region. The West has been providing all the State of the art military equipments in the on going conflict between Russia and Ukraine.  During this this war between Russia and Ukraine the USA’ arms companies has been still profiting a lot in billions. 

Regional Power Dynamics:

Western nations have, at times, provided weapons to rebel groups seeking to overthrow established governments. The Syrian conflict is a stark example, where the West supported various rebel factions with arms and equipment. The consequences of this support were multifaceted, contributing to the prolonged and complex nature of the conflict, with shifting alliances and interests among the rebel groups. Its to be noted that during the period of 90’s an 20’s the USA had provided weapons and funds to the Pakistani government to destabilize J&K of India. The most of the African rebel groups get their arms from Western and Eastern Europe, like Romania, and Slovakia ( Both these states are NATO members). 

Military Interventions and Regime Change:

The West's history includes instances of military interventions aimed at regime change, often involving the supply of weaponry to opposition forces. The Iraq War is a poignant example, where the U.S. and its allies intervened, aiming to topple Saddam Hussein's regime. The supply of weapons to opposition groups, coupled with the complex aftermath of the intervention, resulted in a prolonged conflict, a power vacuum, and sectarian tensions that persist to this day.The West had tried their best to remove Bashar al-Assad from his regime from Syria. Even today the West is Weaponizing many rebel groups against Iran and Russia. The West also wants to change the regime of Kim Jong Un of North Korea. Iran  suffered a lot from this doctrine as Qasem Soleimani, an Iranian major general was killed in a drone attack by the West On 3 January 2020. Again Myanmar's military is using a vast range of weapons of the West to use against its own people. 

Regional Power Dynamics:

Arms sales by the West contribute significantly to regional power imbalances, influencing the dynamics of conflicts along with profits in billions.. The sale of advanced weaponry to Israel has been a longstanding source of tension in the Middle East. The military capabilities of Israel, supported by Western-supplied weaponry, shape the power dynamics in the region and have a direct impact on conflicts such as the Israeli-Palestinian struggle. West again armed Turkey with nuclear arsenal to counter Russia in the Black Sea. The West's strategic interests in resource-rich regions have often influenced its decisions to supply weaponry. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with its wealth of natural resources, has been a focal point. Western involvement in arming various factions during conflicts in the DRC has exacerbated violence, perpetuated instability, and contributed to the exploitation of the country's resources. The USA and NATO has been trying their best to fortify Taiwan and South Korea by selling of supplying State Of the art military equipments against China.

Counterterrorism and Military Support:

The West's commitment to counterterrorism efforts globally has led to military support for allied nations and groups. In the fight against extremist groups, such as ISIS, the West has supplied weapons to local forces in Iraq and Syria. While this support is framed within the context of combating terrorism, it raises questions about the long-term consequences and potential unintended outcomes, including the proliferation of arms in volatile regions. For instance we may have the the reference of the Mujahideens of Afghanistan which was weaponized by the West to counter USSR in 80’s, and later Afghanistan became the harvesting place for all other hard core armed extremist with whom the world is now dealing with. 

The West's deliberate and strategic supply of weaponry to global conflicts is aspect of its geopolitical strategies in tje shades of globalization. From arms sales and military aid to supporting rebel groups and intervening for regime change, the impact of these actions resiprocate across borders, shaping the course of history in various regions. The West's strategic supply of weaponry transcends traditional notions of warfare which may cause a major global conflict.