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15th International Day against Nuclear Tests
APLN observes the 15th year of the International Day against Nuclear Tests by asking experts whether new nuclear weapon tests remain an actual possibility in the current strategic environment.
Events
![Roles for the US and ASEAN in Promoting Regional Stability](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Piper-Campbell-Webinar-poster-1-1.png)
Roles for the US and ASEAN in Promoting Regional Stability
Join us on September 25 from 11:00am to 12:00pm EST for a webinar examining new initiatives for the US and ASEAN toward building Asia-Pacific stability.
Analysis
![A Glimmer of Hope for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/53092804371_a71b5cd693_k.jpg)
A Glimmer of Hope for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
Michiru Nishida explores the successes and challenges of the recent NPT PrepCom, questioning whether the efforts and will of States Parties amidst a challenging international geopolitical situation ...
Analysis
![The South Korean Anti-Nuclear Weapons Movement Must Find Its Voice](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Korea-Street-Protests.jpeg)
The South Korean Anti-Nuclear Weapons Movement Must Find Its Voice
Joel Petersson Ivre argues that a South Korean anti-nuclear weapons movement is needed to counter calls for nuclear armament.
Analysis
![Fukushima “Waste Water” Controversy: The Accident Is Not Over Yet](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Treated_water_tank_at_Fukushima_I_Nuclear_Power_Plant.jpg)
Fukushima “Waste Water” Controversy: The Accident Is Not Over Yet
Tatsujiro Suzuki argues that the Japanese government and TEPCO should establish an independent organization to oversee the entire decommissioning process, explore alternative approaches to managing ...
Analysis
![Russia and DPRK Mutual Defence Pact: Implications for Northeast Asia’s Regional Security ...](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Vladimir_Putin_and_Kim_Jong-un_2024-06-19_13.jpeg)
Russia and DPRK Mutual Defence Pact: Implications for Northeast Asia’s Regional Security ...
Sandip Mishra examines the geopolitical implications of the Russia-DPRK mutual defence pact for regional security in the Asia-Pacific, particularly in Northeast Asia.
Analysis
![Why South Korea Should Embrace the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/35036911954_b48c8c9e8b_k.jpg)
Why South Korea Should Embrace the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons
Melissa Parke highlights the significance of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) in advancing global nuclear disarmament, urging South Korea to reconsider its position and ...
Member Activities
![25 Years After It Was Drafted, Why India's Nuclear Doctrine Still Remains Relevant](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Agni_P_Ballistic_Missile_first_fligh_test_cropped_cropped.jpg)
25 Years After It Was Drafted, Why India's Nuclear Doctrine Still Remains Relevant
THE INDIAN EXPRESS - APLN Senior Research Adviser Manpreet Sethi writes on India's nuclear doctrine.
![A National Interest for Whom? Rethinking the Foundations of War, Peace, and Democracy](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CAP-CoralBellSch-800.webp)
A National Interest for Whom? Rethinking the Foundations of War, Peace, and Democracy
ANU - APLN Senior Research Adviser Van Jackson will give a lecture at the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs on August 29th.
![What if South Korea Got a Nuclear Bomb?](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7587227518_a1e3d36525_k.jpg)
What if South Korea Got a Nuclear Bomb?
THE ECONOMIST - APLN member Lee Sang-Hyun quoted in The Economist, where he commented on the debate over South Korea's nuclear option.
![India-Russia | Keeping an Arms Distance](https://cms.apln.network/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/President_Of_The_Russian_Federation_Mr._Vladimir_Putin__Prime_Minister_Of_Bharat_Shri_Narendra_Damodardas_Modi_At_The_Grand_Kremlin_Palace.jpg)
India-Russia | Keeping an Arms Distance
INDIA TODAY - APLN Senior Research Adviser Frank O’Donnell was quoted in India Today, where he commented on Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Russia.