Brazil, Nuclear Weapons and the G20: Mamãe’s The Word

Traditionally an economic forum, in recent years the G20 has expanded its scope to reflect the interconnectedness of economic stability with global challenges such as health, climate, and security. Nuclear weapons first made their way onto the communiqué two years ago, where their use was described as ‘inadmissible’ amidst escalating geopolitical tensions. Last year’s communique from New Delhi reaffirmed this statement but did not commit to advancing nonproliferation or disarmament efforts. This policy brief examines the Brazilian government’s leadership on this issue in an era where, geopolitically, the countervailing pressures against non-proliferation are intensifying. In short, much more could have been done to use this unique forum of the G20 to advance an agenda that is going backwards.

Watch the introduction video and download the full brief below.