The Korea Times Column
APLN publishes the APLN-Korea Times column in cooperation with the oldest daily English newspaper in Korea, featuring analysis by APLN network members and experts.
War in Ukraine: Lesson on Why the World Should Ban Nuclear Arms
Kasit Piromya writes on the war in Ukraine and lessons on why the world must ban nuclear weapons, in light of the TPNW first meeting of the states parties.
CBMs are Not Enough: Time to Talk about Disarmament
Sadia Tasleem argues that it is high time for India and Pakistan to start a serious conversation about the possibility of nuclear disarmament.
Peace and Security Hopes for New ROK Administration
In a letter President Yoon Seok-youl, Gareth Evans offers five suggestions on approaching the security challenges of South Korea during his term.
Discouraging Deterrence
Carlos Sorreta highlights the dangers of the revival of the logic behind nuclear deterrence brought about by the war in Ukraine.
Implications of Ukraine Nuclear Crisis for Nuclear Non-Proliferation, Security and Safety
Dr. Tatsujiro Suzuki outlines the possible short- and medium-term implications of the Ukraine nuclear crisis for global nuclear non-proliferation, nuclear security and safety.
Three Comments on Ukraine and Nuclear Risks
Ramesh Thakur writes on how the war in Ukraine presents serious challenges to non-proliferation and disarmament.
Asia and Biden's Nuclear Posture Review
While the debates surrounding the U.S. Nuclear Posture Review tend to be too rigid, Washington is adapting to the new geopolitical dynamic in Asia.
Making Ban on Nuclear Weapon Tests Permanent
APLN Senior Associate Fellow John Carlson argues that U.S. ratification of the CTBT is the key to lead others to ratify the treaty and bring it into force.
Walking Away From NPT: Be Careful What You Wish For
APLN Executive Director Shata Shetty urges the NWS to make concrete and substantive progress on nuclear disarmament to help restore legitimacy, confidence, and trust in the NPT.
Cooperative Threat Reduction in North Korea
Dr. Jina Kim argues how a long-term cooperative threat reduction and nonproliferation assistance strategy can be implemented with North Korea.