Reducing nuclear risk
ONN convened experts in Vienna to assess environmental and safety risks linked to North Korea’s nuclear activities, exploring vulnerabilities across the fuel cycle and impacts of climate factors. Through scenario exercises and technical discussions, participants identified key uncertainties, refined analytical approaches and advanced policy-relevant insights to strengthen regional risk mitigation strategies.
This ONN assessment maps the pathways that could drive U.S.-China nuclear escalation by 2030, finding that forward U.S. nuclear deployments in the Indo-Pacific are the most significant amplifier of risk.
ONN joined the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs and the Permanent Mission of Kyrgyzstan in Vienna to mark the International Day for Disarmament and Non Proliferation Awareness, highlighting the role of education, public engagement and partnerships in advancing sustainable security.