Disarmament and development have a complex yet definite relationship, wherein the implementation of one is favorable for the progress of the other. Disarmament, when not threatening the security of the concerned nation, results in a decrease in military expenditure, reduced global tensions, increased safety and in turn, greater international cooperation and stability. Development, by means of achieving social and economic progress and reducing poverty, increases the wellbeing and stability of nations, hence reducing the need for armaments. Hence, this combination of stability and security provides the basis for the relationship between disarmament and development. This relationship has long since been determined; yet, there are many obstacles, political and non-political, which have deterred the progress of these processes. The reason disarmament has a positive effect on development is the ill effects of armaments or weapons. Weapons can have detrimental effects on development of a country. They can lead to destruction of land, unemployment, increased health care costs, crime, and costs of damage, environmental degradation, and resource depletion, reduced efficiency of people, increased poverty and class distinctions in society. Hence, through disarmament, these ill effects can be prevented, leading to the possibility of development. A major factor affecting the relationship between disarmament and development is security. Security, both on a regional and international level, is essential for both disarmament and development. Lack of security results in social friction, economic difficulties and environmental degradation; it reduces confidence in the economy of the nation and discourages a decrease in military expenditure. Increased military expenditure is generally ineffective in achieving development as it does nothing to improve the living standards of the