6 August 2008
Nuclear arsenals
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On the 63rd anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, we look at the prospects for achieving a strategic nuclear balance, or even disarmament. The Rudd government has announced the establishment of an International Commission on Nuclear Non-proliferation and Disarmament.
Although currently resisting the sales of uranium to India, it may well revisit that in light of India signing an agreement with the USA endorsed by the Nuclear Suppliers Group and the International Atomic Engery Agency or (IAEA). What role does Australia have to play in limiting the spread of nuclear arsenals and what would be the impact of even a small nuclear conflict in our region?
Guests
Tilman Ruff - Nossal Institute for Global Health
Marianne Hanson - University of Queensland
Sandy Gordon - Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy, Australian National University
Andrew Robb - Opposition Foreign Affairs spokesman
Further Information
Information on Marianne Hanson
Commentary by A/Prof Tilman Ruff
Background on new treaty between Australia and India
Background on restrictions to uranium sales
Presenter
Paul Barclay
Story Researcher and Producer
Matthew Leonard
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