Policy Briefs
A Chinese View of the North Korean Nuclear Crisis
Despite China's own strong capability in bringing stability to the region and in opening decisive negotiations with North Korea, they cannot do the U.S.'s job for them.
How to Deal with North Korea: Lessons from the Iran Agreement
Previous negotiations have failed to produce results with North Korea. To avoid war or another nuclear weapon state in the region, Lodgaard and Sigal bring forward lessons from Iran's nuclear program.
China’s Nuclear Policy: Change and Continuity
China, set apart in their philosophical approach to nuclear weapons, has had a nuclear policy that has remained basically untouched over the decades. But some things are changing.
Strengthening Nuclear Security - Practical Steps for Asia Pacific Countries
The biennial Nuclear Security Summits have proven to be quite successful, but now that they have concluded, international collaboration in ensuring best practice for nuclear security must continue.
Asia-Pacific and Global Nuclear Orders in the Second Nuclear Age
In the post-Cold War era, the Asia-Pacific is believed to the be the most likely theatre of nuclear war.
Strengthening Governance for Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy in the Asia Pacific
Non-proliferation, nuclear security, safety -- all these peaceful uses of nuclear power are highly relevant to the Asia Pacific today.
Brazilian Nuclear Policy
In Brazil, current tensions stem from domestic criticism on the lack of progress in global nuclear disarmament, and the discriminatory nature of non-proliferation obligations on the other.
Should India Revise its Nuclear Doctrine?
In the face of a changing world and an outdated doctrine, periodic reviews will be needed to keep India's nuclear policies relevant.
Cyber Threats and Nuclear Dangers
Malicious hackers exploiting nuclear facilities could be potentially disastrous. Recommended cybersecurity steps are drafted in this policy brief.
A Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone and the Pursuit of Cooperative Security in the Arctic
Indigenous communities and Arctic states have faced major challenges in establishing the Arctic as a nuclear-weapons-free zone (NWFZ).