For over 30 years, experts, officials, executives, journalists, and students from across the globe have come together to debate—and explore solutions for—the most pressing challenges in nuclear nonproliferation, arms control, disarmament, deterrence, energy, and security at the Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference.
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As the U S. and China develop new weapons systems and enhance their nuclear arsenals, what steps should they take to reduce the risk of nuclear conflict? George Perkovich explores a path toward de-escalation and argues that presidential-level dialogue to clarify each state's strategic perspective will be vital for reducing the risk of nuclear conflict.
For too long, the EU focused on Iran’s nuclear program while mostly ignoring its malign regional activities and missile program. As the consequences of both hit closer to home, the union must pursue a new strategy focused on containing Iran’s regime, supporting Iranian civil society, and engaging with Gulf states.
Under Xi, China has shifted toward a much more aggressive nuclear expansion. What factors are actually motivating China’s policy and perspectives? What are the implications for U.S.-China nuclear relations and international security?
The United States must take the lead in seeking an off-ramp with Iran that constrains its nuclear activities well short of a bomb.
The danger of these weapons isn’t just that Moscow might actually use them. It’s that Washington knows Moscow might actually use them.
