Strategic crossroads in South Asia: the potential roles for missile defense

Article Abstract:

The ongoing arms race between India and Pakistan does not only pose serious threats to South Asian security, but to the entire world as well. Both countries have adopted an aggressive approach in developing ballistic missile programs, which may eventually lead to a third world war. One of the possible solutions to these problems is the transition from an offensive-based nuclear treaty to a defense-oriented doctrine of stability. The use of anti-ballistic missile systems may also prove beneficial, as it may prevent accidental launchings and surprise attacks.

Usage, Evaluation, Pakistani foreign relations, Indian foreign relations, India, Pakistan, Ballistic missile defenses, South Asia, World War III

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Transatlantic cooperation on missile defense: a French perspective

Article Abstract:

Nonproliferation efforts will be helped by taking a wide and coherent perspective in the operationalization of antimissile defenses. The signing of Medium Extended Air Defense System by the US, Germany, Italy and France is a step forward in this direction. Instability in international relations threatens national security. A system of operational regional solidarity will help nonproliferation. The French military preparations are the results of the perception of instability.

Analysis, France, Security, International, International security, Strategic aspects

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Transatlantic perspectives on extended integrated air defense

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The US has supported its active defense strategies with substantial resources. Democrats and Republicans are at odds in promoting missile defense issues, particularly an integrated air defense system. This has brought controversies on the viability and feasibility of carrying out such a program. Some of the issues being debated in Congress revolve around technical feasibility, commercial concerns, opportunity costs, and repercussions on strategic arms control.

United States, Political aspects, Air defenses

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