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BASIC in Italy at the Castiglioncello Conference on Conflicts

BASIC Policy Intern Chiara Fargnoli, from the Emerging Voices Network team,
(including Andrea Zavaleta, Lorenzo Piccioli, Natalia Luers and Matteo Bordin) recently spoke at the 21st International Castiglioncello Conference on Conflicts, New Arms Races, and Nuclear Risks – 80 years from Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Chiara’s co-presentation, with Lorenzo Piccioli, analysed the developments and challenges of the European Sky Shield Initiative, a procurement initiative launched by Germany in 2022 as a response to Russia’s invasion on Ukraine. Scientists and experts at the conference discussed new strategies for mitigating nuclear risks and promoting disarmament. The conference highlighted the importance of dialogue and the need to bridge scientific research with diplomacy.

Watch Chiara’s roundup from the conference below:

 

“BASIC’s depth of knowledge and administrative competence makes it an excellent partner in the field of military nuclear capability and arms control”

Sir Jeremy Greenstock, GCMG British diplomat

“At a time when transatlantic relationships are under tension, BASIC's role as a source of authoritative analysis is more important than ever.”

Baron Rees of Ludlow Astronomer Royal

“BASIC makes a vital contribution to sustaining recognition that nearly 35 years after the end of the Cold War nuclear weapons continue to put at risk the future of humankind. BASIC is especially to be commended for doing this by fostering dialogue and understanding.”

Peter Jenkins CMG UK Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency 2001-06

``For about 35 years, in the pursuit of nuclear disarmament, BASIC have championed the cause of mutuality of security. Their ability to engage diversity of views and opinion has attracted deserved admiration.``

Baron Browne of Ladyton Vice Chairman, Nuclear Threat Initiative and former UK Secretary of State for Defence

``For more than three decades, BASIC has challenged conventional thinking on national security matters, and inspired new ways of addressing and solving old problems. I expect it to continue to play this vital role for decades to come.``

Andreas Persbo Director, Open Nuclear Network
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