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Spooks and Nukes: An Interview with Dr. James Acton

How can the use of intelligence deter the threat of nuclear confrontation?

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By James M. Acton
Published on Feb 14, 2017

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James Acton discusses international efforts to stem the spread of nuclear weapons, the contribution of intelligence, the influence of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the role of of the NPT.

Listen to the full interview here.

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James M. Acton

Jessica T. Mathews Chair, Co-director, Nuclear Policy Program

Acton holds the Jessica T. Mathews Chair and is co-director of the Nuclear Policy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

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