Publications

This paper analyzes the costs, risks and benefits of implementing and verifying arms control agreements for the US. The author takes into account generic costs, costs for technical equipment, research...chevron_right

This volume brings together papers on several key aspects of defense commercialization in the aftermath of the Cold War in the US and Russia. Topics discussed include developments in research after th...chevron_right

This paper reports the results of a study of the special export control regime for high-performance computers. The history and purpose of this export control regime are reviewed, and a framework for a...chevron_right

This study analyzes the restructuring of the Soviet Union's military-industrial complex to generate a civilian industrial sector after the end of the Cold War. The report examines this economic transi...chevron_right

Continued sales of ballistic missiles to countries in the Middle East and South Asia have intensified international interest in China's advanced weapons. Proposals for halting these sales can succeed ...chevron_right

The problem of accidental or inadvertent nuclear war has been couched largely in terms of superpower confrontations during a crisis. Whether the focus is on the major powers,or on developing nations w...chevron_right

The policy brief discusses the possibility of using public opinion polls to gauge 'the nuclear habit' in the public mind and the obstacle this could form for changing the status quo. It argues that wh...chevron_right

The article discusses the politics of knowledge production in nuclear policy making. It notes that the current trend is to look for ways to reduce the role of nuclear weapons while expanding the conce...chevron_right

This paper discusses the issue of nuclear deterrence between India and Pakistan. It argues that there is growing discrepancy in comprehension of strategic issues in both countries. It also outlines se...chevron_right

This policy memo explores the phenomenon of nuclear knowledge diffusion at the conceptual level. It traces the diffusion of nuclear knowledge in Pakistan with a focus on three main areas: technology, ...chevron_right

This brief discusses the disagreement between China and the US over ballistic missile defense (BMD) systems. Specifically, it examines the technical and political impacts of US BMD on China's nuclear ...chevron_right

The policy memo discusses the value of the US nuclear weapons stationed abroad. Referring to the results of a study on the motivations for placing weapons in allied countries, the author suggests that...chevron_right

The brief discusses whether there is a future for India-Pakistan relations beyond minimum deterrence. The author argues that there is a growing discrepancy in the understanding of strategic issues in ...chevron_right

The US and China share significant common interests in cooperating on issues of nuclear nonproliferation and arms control, but common interest only lead to cooperation when actors trust themselves. Wh...chevron_right

This issue of Security Index analyzes international security trends with a focus on progress in the area of nuclear disarmament. It also features interviews on Russia's relations with NATO and the pro...chevron_right