Commentaries

China and the Postponed NPT Review Conference
Marin Lucic and Michal Onderco assess what to expect from China when the NPT Review Conference takes place.

Something for Something: Next Steps for Biden's North Korea Policy
John Delury discusses the Biden administration's North Korea policy review ahead of its release and what steps should be taken.

Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004): Significance and Gaps
Masahiko Asada assesses the relevance of the UNSC's Resolution 1540 today, and how well it still holds up as a measure against the non-proliferation of nuclear arms.

Hibakusha: The Human Cost of Nuclear Weapons
Elaine Natalie and Katie Yoon explore the devastating physical and psychological impacts of nuclear weapons as experienced by the hibakusha, survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings.

Vale, George Shultz
Gareth Evans highlights the enormous contribution to nuclear disarmament of former US Secretary of State George Shultz, as the world mourns his passing.

The Implications of Hypersonic Weapons on the Korean Peninsula
Katie Yoon explores South Korea's development of hypersonic weapons and its potential impacts on ROK-DPRK relations.

Banning Nuclear Weapons: Don’t Be Deceived
John Tilemann explains why nuclear disarmament advocates should be concerned about the impact of the TPNW, discussing its limits as well as appropriate measures to reduce nuclear threats.

Will Biden "Build Back Better" Relations with North Korea?
A video analysis on what the new US Administration will mean for the North Korean nuclear issue.

The Trap of the Biden Administration and Progressive Idealism
Chung-in Moon argues that there is no guarantee that the Biden Administration will bring back a peaceful world order, with implications for South Korea.

Korea and Japan: Prospects for Signing the TPNW
Korea Times essay winner Dong-suk Yoo explores ROK and Japan’s opposition to the Ban Treaty.