Number: RL31589
Title: Nuclear Threat Reduction Measures for India and Pakistan
Authors: Sharon A. Squassoni, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This paper takes Cooperative Threat Reduction programs as a starting point and analyzes their potential application to India and Pakistan. In providing context for assessing U.S. policy options, the report outlines the proliferation threat in South Asia and U.S. nonproliferation policy. It distinguishes between assistance oriented nuclear material more secure. Given the existing framework of nonproliferation-related laws and policies, measure focused on nuclear material may be more feasible in the short term.
Pages: 27
Date: Updated February 17, 2005