Rafael M. Grossi on Nuclear Challenges and the Future of the United Nations
24 April 2026

Rafael M. Grossi on Nuclear Challenges and the Future of the United Nations

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In this episode, International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael M. Grossi discusses his candidacy for UN secretary-general, his plans and priorities for the future of the United Nations, and the challenges facing nuclear security, nuclear energy, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty regime.


 


Host: Esther Brimmer, James H. Binger Senior Fellow in Global Governance, Council on Foreign Relations


 


Guests: Rafael M. Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency; Nominee, Position of UN Secretary-General


 


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