James M. Acton, Ankit Panda
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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?
Source: SpyCast
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.
About the Author
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.
- Nuclear Weapons and the Future of American PowerPaper
- The Latest Iran Deal Ignores the Lessons of the PastCommentary
James M. Acton
Recent Work
Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.
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