Nuclear Weapons States and Security in South Asia

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Non-proliferation regime and South Asia. 3. The question of margins in South Asia. 4. Ethnicity and regional autonomy in South Asia. 5. Emerging South Asia. 6. South Asian security. 7. Environment and security. 8. Security, ethnicity and conflict in South Asia. 9. Approach to comprehensive and cooperative security. 10. Terrorism and security in South Asia: an American report. 11. Security challenges in South Asia. 12. Indian security strategy. 13. Overview of Asian security. 14. National security. 15. Trends and future directions. 16. Discord and cooperation in India-Pakistan relations. 17. Recent security initiatives in Asia. Bibliography. Index.

"South Asian security occupies an important position in the context of nuclear proliferation. Moreover, comprehensive and co-operative security system requires multidimensional understanding and positive approach toward joint development of energy sources, environmental protection, river water sharing, strengthening communication network.

Limited aim of this book is to make available to our readers some basic issues of the South Asian region and to introduce a selection interesting and innovative articles on the subject." (jacket)