“Stemming the Threat of Nuclear Terrorism and Proliferation, Globally and in Northeast Asia”
PresenterWilliam H. Tobey, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs
ModeratorSook-Jong Lee, East Asia Institute
DiscussantsSeongwhun Cheon, Korea Institute for National Unification
Chaesung Chun, Seoul National University
Jihwan Hwang, University of Seoul
Bong-geun Jun, Korea National Diplomatic Academy
Young Ho Kim, Korea National Defense University
Sang Hyun Lee, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
William H. Tobey
William Tobey was most recently Deputy Administrator for Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation at the National Nuclear Security Administration. There, he managed the U.S. government’s largest program to prevent nuclear proliferation and terrorism by detecting, securing, and disposing of dangerous nuclear material. Mr. Tobey also served on the National Security Council Staff in three administrations, in defense policy, arms control, and counter-proliferation positions. He has participated in international negotiations ranging from the START talks with the Soviet Union, to the Six Party Talks with North Korea. He also has extensive experience in investment banking and venture capital.