The Nuclear Non-proliferation Regime #258004

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The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime is a 5-day intensive course designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the international legal framework governing nuclear proliferation. This course will delve into the key treaties, agreements, and institutions that underpin the global nuclear non-proliferation regime.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the core principles of nuclear non-proliferation: including the importance of preventing the spread of nuclear weapons.
• Analyze the key international treaties and agreements: such as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT).
• Assess the role of international organizations: like the IAEA and the UN Security Council in nuclear non-proliferation.
• Evaluate the challenges and opportunities: in strengthening the nuclear non-proliferation regime.
• Apply the principles of nuclear non-proliferation: to contemporary global security issues.

This course is suitable for:
• Diplomats and policymakers: Involved in nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament.
• International organizations: Staff working on nuclear issues.
• Government officials: From foreign ministries, defense ministries, and nuclear regulatory agencies.
• Researchers and academics: Studying international relations, security studies, and nuclear policy.
• Non-governmental organizations: Working on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a binder containing a copy of the presentation
• slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

• Historical Context:
o The development of nuclear weapons
o The Cold War and nuclear deterrence
• The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT):
o Key provisions of the NPT
o Non-proliferation obligations
o Peaceful uses of nuclear energy

• IAEA Safeguards System:
o Safeguards agreements and additional protocols
o Verification and inspection procedures
o Nuclear material accountancy and control
• Challenges and Limitations of IAEA Safeguards:
o Illicit nuclear activities and nuclear terrorism
o Strengthening the IAEA safeguards system

• Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones:
o Treaties and agreements establishing NWFZs
o Challenges and opportunities for NWFZs
• Regional Security Arrangements:
o Nuclear-weapon-free zones in specific regions (e.g., Latin America, Africa, Southeast Asia)
o Confidence-building measures and arms control

• Nuclear Security:
o Physical protection of nuclear materials and facilities
o Cybersecurity and cyber threats to nuclear facilities
o International standards and guidelines
• Nuclear Terrorism and Illicit Trafficking:
o Threats and vulnerabilities
o International cooperation in combating nuclear terrorism

• Nuclear Weapons Modernization:
o Impact on the nuclear non-proliferation regime
o Arms control negotiations and diplomacy
• Nuclear Energy and Non-Proliferation:
o The role of nuclear energy in a low-carbon future
o Ensuring the peaceful use of nuclear energy
• The Future of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime:
o Challenges and opportunities
o Strengthening the international nuclear non-proliferation architecture

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