War on the Rocks
Introducing Thinking the Unthinkable
Oct 11, 2023
This podcast explores the changing role of nuclear weapons, including changes in global nuclear balance, demise of arms control, and the implications of non-nuclear strategic technologies. They also discuss Iran's nuclear program, advancements in technology and nuclear competition, and the exclusive membership features offered by 'Thinking the Unthinkable'.
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- Nuclear weapons and deterrence are increasingly significant in international statecraft due to evolving technologies and regional nuclear crises.
- Navigating new strategic technologies and exploring implications on the future of nuclear policy is crucial for global security.
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Importance of a New Show on Nuclear Issues
The speaker highlights three reasons why it is important to have a new show on nuclear issues now. Firstly, nuclear weapons and deterrence are playing a prominent role in international statecraft and strategy, unlike the past three decades since the Cold War. Secondly, the advent of new technologies is challenging long-standing assumptions about strategic stability, prompting a need for reevaluation. Thirdly, the potential for regional nuclear crises, particularly in South Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Taiwan Strait, makes the consideration of limited nuclear use scenarios more significant than before.
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