Any Quote by Mohamed ElBaradei
“I argue that for every country to have an independent fuel cycle is the wrong way to go. Because any country which has a complete fuel cycle is a latent nuclear weapons country, in the sense that it is not far from making a nuclear weapon.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Atomic Energy Agency address, 2005
Argues that universal nuclear fuel cycles increase proliferation risk, making complete cycles a latent weapons threat.
In simple terms: Full fuel cycles can enable weapons.
Key Takeaway
Limit nuclear fuel spread.
Themes
security
proliferation
policy
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- energy policy
- international treaties
- national security
Key Concepts
non‑proliferation
strategic stability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can nations balance energy needs with security?
- What alternatives reduce proliferation risk?
A Different Perspective
May hinder peaceful nuclear development.
