Frank Aiken
Frank Aiken was a prominent Irish politician and diplomat, best known for his role as Tánaiste and his advocacy for nuclear non-proliferation, which culminated in the creation of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). His efforts in the 1960s aimed to bridge the gap between nuclear and non-nuclear states, emphasizing the importance of disarmament to prevent an arms race. Aiken's vision and diplomacy were instrumental in establishing Ireland as a key player in global disarmament discussions, and his legacy continues to influence contemporary debates on nuclear weapons.
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Frank Aiken represented Ireland at the UN and advanced peace initiatives at the height of the cold war.
Neutrality matters to Irish people – let’s stop deriding it – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-17
Brenda Fricker claims that the car involved in her horrific accident belonged to Frank Aiken, a powerful politician in Ireland.
Oscar winner looks back on her public success and private trauma – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-27
Frank Aiken was a Fianna Fáil minister whose car was involved in a horrific crash that affected Brenda Fricker's life.
‘It was real violence, and I needed protection. Where was my father? There was blood all over me’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Frank Aiken was a close cabinet colleague of de Valera who attempted to ease the supplies squeeze during the war.
De Valera’s acrimonious relationship with US President Roosevelt’s man in Dublin during Second World War – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-03
Frank Aiken was a late former tánaiste who campaigned for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Nuclear threat is more real than at any time since second World War – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
