Special Reports
Special reports are original research conducted by APLN experts in order to explore topics with depth and nuance and to inform policy-making.
Making the "Invisible" Visible: Women and the Anti-Nuclear Resistance in the Pacific ...
Nicole George outlines the often-overlooked role of women in the anti-nuclear movement, particularly when it comes to women in the Pacific Islands.
Keeping Nuclear Memories Alive
Brooke Takala explores the pivotal role of Pacific Islanders in global nuclear disarmament efforts and offers advice to younger generations.
Strategic Stability on the Korean Peninsula: Dual Crisis and Risk Reduction Measures
Jina Kim analyses the complex implications of North Korea's changing nuclear strategy for South Korea in the case of simultaneous crises in the region.
Operationalising Strategic Risk Reduction in the Asia-Pacific: An Australian Perspective
Brendan Taylor argues that Australian policymakers must balance their focus on deterrence with greater crisis management and avoidance mechanisms.
The Politics of Nuclear Waste Disposal: Lessons from Australia
Jim Green and Dimity Hawkins explore Australia's historical mismanagement of nuclear waste, emphasizing the infringement on Indigenous rights and urging legal reforms, while questioning the ...
Seeing the Sun: Nuclear (in)visibility in the Mariana Islands of Guam & Tinian
Frain and Amundsen examine the impact of nuclear policies on the Mariana Islands and advocate for the visibility of marginalized voices and experiences.
The Second Meeting of States Parties to the TPNW: A Summary Report
Marianne Hanson provides a summary of the TPNW 2MSP, highlighting key findings, proposed initiatives, and challenges, emphasizing the importance of the TPNW MSPs in addressing nuclear weapons issues.
Crisis Avoidance: Preventing Dangerous Maritime Incidents and Unintended Escalation in ...
An APLN-VERTIC feasibility study report summarising the findings of the joint project and discussing confidence and security building options for the future.
Nuclear Justice for the Marshall Islands in the Age of Geopolitical Rivalry in the Pacific
Patrick Kaiku urges the world to recognize the impact that nuclear weapons have had on the Marshall Islands and to pursue nuclear justice initiatives.
Relational Security: Ethical Dilemmas of Geopolitics in the Blue Pacific Continent
Maima Koro makes an argument for reframing geopolitical discourse to better respect the sovereignty and cultural context of Pacific Island nations.