The unresolved territorial dispute between India and Pakistan has already resulted in one nuclear power attacking targets inside another and poses perhaps the gravest threat of nuclear war on Earth. However, this is not simply a nuclear dyad, but a triad-the role of China in nuclear issues in the region is significant and should not be overlooked. This three-player game causes a very different kind of deterrence relationship than is commonly understood.
This session will examine the complex interrelations of the three countries' geopolitical dynamics and nuclear strategies from multiple perspectives, seeking to address these questions: How will the US-China strategic rivalry influence India and Pakistan? Are there multilateral solutions available to this thorny multilateral problem? How can international organizations such as the UN play a role in safeguarding the peace in the region? Are arms control agreements between the three nations plausible, and if so, what actions can be taken to seek them?