Posts with Tag: Governing the Atom

The International Conference on Nuclear Security (ICONS): An Explainer

15 March 2024 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Nuclear Security, Publications

As part of the "Governing the Atom" brief series, VCDNP Senior Fellow Dr. Sarah Case Lackner provides a succinct overview of the purpose, history, and functioning of the International Conferences on Nuclear Security (ICONS).

NPT Review Process: An Explainer

24 July 2023 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Non-Proliferation, Publications

The fourth brief in the “Governing the Atom Series” by the VCDNP focuses on explaining the NPT review process.

Navigating the IAEA Budget Process

13 June 2023 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Nuclear Safeguards, Peaceful Uses, Publications

A new VCDNP “Governing the Atom” brief focuses on the IAEA’s budget, the budget negotiation process, and challenges to the IAEA’s resources.

Six Questions on Naval Nuclear Propulsion and IAEA Safeguards

24 October 2022 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Non-Proliferation, Nuclear Safeguards, Publications

The second brief in the “Governing the Atom Series” by VCDNP focuses on the compatibility of naval nuclear propulsion with key elements of the non-proliferation regime.

How States Benefit from Amending or Rescinding Small Quantities Protocols

8 June 2022 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Nuclear Safeguards, Publications

The first edition of the VCDNP’s new “Governing the Atom Brief Series” focuses on how amending or rescinding small quantities protocols to safeguards agreements benefit the State in question.