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.
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.
Debating Nuclear Disarmament at U.N. First Committee
APLN Board Member Angela Woodward discusses the outcomes of the U.N. General Assembly First Committee meeting.
No Time to Waste for Denuclearization and Peace-building Negotiations with North Korea
Dr. Jun Bong-geun urges the U.S. and ROK to rapidly restart the denuclearization and peace-building process with the DPRK.
AUKUS as a Catalyst for More Strategy for Japan
Dr. Nobumasa Akiyama argues that AUKUS is a catalyst for Japan to broaden regional security strategies to include measures to prevent an arms race.
Addressing Asia's Nuclear Dangers
As nuclear dangers rise in the Asia-Pacific, states engaged in a frenzied rush to acquire more capable weapons should instead be prioritizing dialogue.
Afghan Withdrawal: Disaster or Blessing in Disguise
Dr. Han argues that US withdrawal from Afghanistan should not be a cause for concern among US allies, but rather an opportunity for the US to refocus its attention on its other alliance commitments.