Economic Sanctions Targeting Yugoslavia - An Effective National Security Strategy Component

Abstract

Abstract : Economic sanctions were an effective and significant component of the United States' strategy in dealing with Yugoslavia and its leadership. Sanctions imposed by the United Nations assisted in the adoption of the Dayton Peace Accord and later the ouster of President Slobodan Milosevic. Economic sanctions took many forms against Yugoslavia including the use of unilateral, multilateral and targeted or smart sanctions. The 20th Century saw the use of various types of sanctions by governments as an alternative to war or at least a decisive military engagement. This research paper provides a general survey explaining use of various economic sanctions by the United States and the effective role of sanctions against Yugoslavia during the last ten years. The study results in suggested guidelines for senior national leaders when considering the use of economic sanctions as part of a national security strategy.