Decision makers

Title

Decision makers

Genre

Interview; Documentary

TX Date

8 Jul 1984

Year of production

1984

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Duration

00:20:31

Description

Decision Makers, presented by Peter Murphy. Foreign Secretary Geoffrey Howe holds talks with Russia, aimed at building a relationship and holding talks over arms control, but opposition MPs claim the talks were a waste, and a squandered opportunity to rebuild a relationship. Howe also acted as a go-between for the USA over talks about nuclear weapons in outer space (Star Wars also known as SDI or Strategic Defense Initiative). The programme asks, does Britain have a role to play? Star Wars weapons are examined, including laser and particle beam weapons. Also speaking: George Walden, Tory MP; George Robertson; SDP leader David Owen; George Keegan. Programme produced with the help of Paul Maurice. Engineer Dave Dawson.

Contributors

Geoffrey Howe; Peter Murphy; David Owen; Dave Dawson; George Keegan; Paul Maurice; George Walden; George Robertson

Keywords

USA; UK; USSR; International relations; Defence; Nuclear weapons; Arms control; Diplomacy; Arms race; Foreign policy; Peacebuilding; East West relations; Strategic Defense Initiative

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