From Nuclear Safety to Nuclear Security

It is important that we learn the lessons of Fukushima and incorporate them into our strategy to combat nuclear terrorism Four years ago, a devastating tsunami crashed into the coast of Japan. Fifty-foot waves breached the seawall ... ... systems were robust, and there was no effective independent oversight. The disaster in Japan has spurred reforms in the field of nuclear safety. But when it comes to nuclear security, complacency remains a major problem. We must not wait until tragedy strikes ...