Pakistans Nuclear Weapons

Pakistan is a vitally important country in the contemporary global political system. It is a de facto nuclear state, and a pivotal country in the War on Terror. This book is a comprehensive study of a nuclear-armed Pakistan, investigating the implications of its emergence as a nuclear weapons state. It sets out the historical background of Pakistani nuclear development, and examines the lessons for proliferation that can be drawn from the Pakistan case. It goes on to explain the changes and continuities of Pakistan's nuclear policy, assesses its emerging force posture and the implications for Pakistani, South Asian and global security. It considers the extent to which Pakistan can be said to have a nuclear doctrine, the Pakistani nuclear command and control system, and the relationship between Pakistan and the Non-Proliferation regime. It addresses the issue of whether Pakistan should be viewed as a proliferator, and the implications of a nuclear Pakistan for global terrorism. Overall, this book is an important study of all the major issues surrounding Pakistan's emergence as a nuclear power.Chakma, Bhumitra is the author of 'Pakistans Nuclear Weapons' with ISBN 9780415408714 and ISBN 0415408717.