Mansoor Ahmed
@mansoorahmed.bsky.social
Hon. Lecturer SDSC, Australian National University | IR, nuclear weapons, fissile materials, South Asia, conventional deterrence | Formerly CISS Islamabad, Harvard’s Belfer Center, QAU | Author Pakistan’s Pathway to the Bomb | Views personal
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In an episode of The World, @matthew-bunn.bsky.social provides his thoughts on the bombing of Iran and how those may affect the efficiency and sustainability of the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
theworld.org/segments/2025/07/09/bombing-iran-has-put-one-of-the-most-successful-treaties-ever-in-doubt
theworld.org/segments/2025/07/09/bombing-iran-has-put-one-of-the-most-successful-treaties-ever-in-doubt
Bombing Iran has put one of the most successful treaties ever in doubt - The World from PRX
Almost every country on Earth has signed it — the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, widely known as the “NPT.” It became effective on March 5, 1970. At the time, US President Richard...
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July 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
In an episode of The World, @matthew-bunn.bsky.social provides his thoughts on the bombing of Iran and how those may affect the efficiency and sustainability of the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
theworld.org/segments/2025/07/09/bombing-iran-has-put-one-of-the-most-successful-treaties-ever-in-doubt
theworld.org/segments/2025/07/09/bombing-iran-has-put-one-of-the-most-successful-treaties-ever-in-doubt
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I look forward to hosting Dr. @mansoorahmed.bsky.social in an upcoming episode of Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research (CSSPR) Webinar Series. We will discuss the South Asian strategic landscape in the wake of the recent Indo-Pak crisis.
June 10, 2025 at 10:17 PM
I look forward to hosting Dr. @mansoorahmed.bsky.social in an upcoming episode of Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research (CSSPR) Webinar Series. We will discuss the South Asian strategic landscape in the wake of the recent Indo-Pak crisis.
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"A cyber no first use agreement between India and Pakistan would serve as a foundational arms control measure [...]"
🎧 Listen to the latest #IISS podcast on #Pakistan with Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social, Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr
@mansoorahmed.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #ArmsControl
🎧 Listen to the latest #IISS podcast on #Pakistan with Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social, Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr
@mansoorahmed.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #ArmsControl
April 9, 2025 at 7:38 AM
"A cyber no first use agreement between India and Pakistan would serve as a foundational arms control measure [...]"
🎧 Listen to the latest #IISS podcast on #Pakistan with Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social, Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr
@mansoorahmed.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #ArmsControl
🎧 Listen to the latest #IISS podcast on #Pakistan with Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social, Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr
@mansoorahmed.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #ArmsControl
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Host Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social is joined by experts Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr @mansoorahmed.bsky.social
Together they explore Pakistan’s nuclear history, evolving doctrine & the future of #ArmsControl in South Asia.
➡️https://tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #NonProliferation
Together they explore Pakistan’s nuclear history, evolving doctrine & the future of #ArmsControl in South Asia.
➡️https://tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #NonProliferation
April 4, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Host Dr @bollfrass.bsky.social is joined by experts Dr @rabsaa.bsky.social & Dr @mansoorahmed.bsky.social
Together they explore Pakistan’s nuclear history, evolving doctrine & the future of #ArmsControl in South Asia.
➡️https://tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #NonProliferation
Together they explore Pakistan’s nuclear history, evolving doctrine & the future of #ArmsControl in South Asia.
➡️https://tinyurl.com/4tvbufsp
#EUNPDC #NonProliferation
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🚨 New piece for @thebulletin.org!
In January, the United States watered down the Missile Technology Control Regime.This is bad for the nonproliferation regime.
If the U.S. wants arms control negotiations with Russia & China it can't be spreading ballistic missiles.
thebulletin.org/2025/03/bide...
In January, the United States watered down the Missile Technology Control Regime.This is bad for the nonproliferation regime.
If the U.S. wants arms control negotiations with Russia & China it can't be spreading ballistic missiles.
thebulletin.org/2025/03/bide...
March 28, 2025 at 6:17 PM
🚨 New piece for @thebulletin.org!
In January, the United States watered down the Missile Technology Control Regime.This is bad for the nonproliferation regime.
If the U.S. wants arms control negotiations with Russia & China it can't be spreading ballistic missiles.
thebulletin.org/2025/03/bide...
In January, the United States watered down the Missile Technology Control Regime.This is bad for the nonproliferation regime.
If the U.S. wants arms control negotiations with Russia & China it can't be spreading ballistic missiles.
thebulletin.org/2025/03/bide...
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Very flattered to see The Economist discuss the findings of the research that, together with my co-authors, we have carried out on the effects of climate change for submarine warfare.
www.economist.com/science-and-...
www.economist.com/science-and-...
Climate change may make it harder to spot submarines
The sound of their engines will not travel as far
www.economist.com
March 27, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Very flattered to see The Economist discuss the findings of the research that, together with my co-authors, we have carried out on the effects of climate change for submarine warfare.
www.economist.com/science-and-...
www.economist.com/science-and-...
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Really glad to have an article in this excellent special issue. Mine, with @andrewfutter.bsky.social, is on "The Return of Nuclear Great Power Politics (or why we stopped worrying about terrorists and the bomb)" www.cambridge.org/core/journal...
March 19, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Really glad to have an article in this excellent special issue. Mine, with @andrewfutter.bsky.social, is on "The Return of Nuclear Great Power Politics (or why we stopped worrying about terrorists and the bomb)" www.cambridge.org/core/journal...
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#NavalNews #Shipbuilding #Submarines
Pakistan Navy Hangor-class (PLAN Type 039A-class export derivative) diesel-electric/AIP attack submarine PNS "Shushuk" was launched in Wuhan, China on March 13, 2025.
Pakistan Navy Hangor-class (PLAN Type 039A-class export derivative) diesel-electric/AIP attack submarine PNS "Shushuk" was launched in Wuhan, China on March 13, 2025.
March 17, 2025 at 6:55 AM
#NavalNews #Shipbuilding #Submarines
Pakistan Navy Hangor-class (PLAN Type 039A-class export derivative) diesel-electric/AIP attack submarine PNS "Shushuk" was launched in Wuhan, China on March 13, 2025.
Pakistan Navy Hangor-class (PLAN Type 039A-class export derivative) diesel-electric/AIP attack submarine PNS "Shushuk" was launched in Wuhan, China on March 13, 2025.
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Out Now on CSSPR : A conversation on China's nuclear modernization and the overall nuclear dynamic in South Asia, featuring Ejaz Haider, @mansoorahmed.bsky.social, and @raji143.bsky.social. www.youtube.com/watch?v=pK5Q...
InFocus With Ejaz Haider EP60: Nuclear Triangle, Sino-India and Pakistan
YouTube video by CSSPR
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March 14, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Out Now on CSSPR : A conversation on China's nuclear modernization and the overall nuclear dynamic in South Asia, featuring Ejaz Haider, @mansoorahmed.bsky.social, and @raji143.bsky.social. www.youtube.com/watch?v=pK5Q...
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This is a critical year for Iran’s nuclear programme. Without an off-ramp, Iran could weaponize its nuclear programme — or have its nuclear facilities attacked.
The US and Iran are on the road to escalation. Europe can and should create an off-ramp
The E3 and Tehran have no better option than re-engaging. Failing to do so risks movement towards a weaponized nuclear programme, military escalation, or both.
www.chathamhouse.org
March 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
This is a critical year for Iran’s nuclear programme. Without an off-ramp, Iran could weaponize its nuclear programme — or have its nuclear facilities attacked.
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Portugal is reconsidering the multi-billion dollar purchase of 28 American F-35 fighters, after changes in what the Portuguese Minister of Defense calls the "predictability of our allies."
Portugal will examine European alternatives as it ramps up defense spending.
Portugal will examine European alternatives as it ramps up defense spending.
March 13, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Portugal is reconsidering the multi-billion dollar purchase of 28 American F-35 fighters, after changes in what the Portuguese Minister of Defense calls the "predictability of our allies."
Portugal will examine European alternatives as it ramps up defense spending.
Portugal will examine European alternatives as it ramps up defense spending.
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DDG-133 Baotou (Type 052D) participating in Pakistani Navy exercise Aman-2025, which concluded yesterday. Baotou is part of the 47th Chinese naval escort taskforce deployed to Somalia. The two Type 054A FFG ahead are Pakistan Navy Tughril-class (054A/P) frigates. Via "by78"/SDF.
February 12, 2025 at 2:54 AM
DDG-133 Baotou (Type 052D) participating in Pakistani Navy exercise Aman-2025, which concluded yesterday. Baotou is part of the 47th Chinese naval escort taskforce deployed to Somalia. The two Type 054A FFG ahead are Pakistan Navy Tughril-class (054A/P) frigates. Via "by78"/SDF.
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Finished this. A recommended read for anyone caring about PLA posture, history, political decision-making etc. This is aimed at a general audience (incl university students) & presents the grand picture instead of an overly detailed focus. As such also useful for specialists.
February 1, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Finished this. A recommended read for anyone caring about PLA posture, history, political decision-making etc. This is aimed at a general audience (incl university students) & presents the grand picture instead of an overly detailed focus. As such also useful for specialists.
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New volume of Science & Global Security is out. With papers on ICBM silo vulnerability to conventional attack (free access), Arrow 3, hypersonic cruise missiles, fissile material and tritium production in Pakistan and DPRK, and more. See scienceandglobalsecurity.org/editorial/20... and 👇 1/
Nuclear warheads, fissile material and tritium production, missiles and missiles defenses - From the Editors
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January 26, 2025 at 8:25 PM
New volume of Science & Global Security is out. With papers on ICBM silo vulnerability to conventional attack (free access), Arrow 3, hypersonic cruise missiles, fissile material and tritium production in Pakistan and DPRK, and more. See scienceandglobalsecurity.org/editorial/20... and 👇 1/
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Absolutely delighted that our new team book: “The Global Third Nuclear Age: Clashing Visions for a New Era in International Politics” is now available open access. Thanks to all those who contributed to the research:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-mon...
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-mon...
The Global Third Nuclear Age | Clashing Visions for a New Era in Inter
This book provides an in-depth examination of the technological, geopolitical and normative pressures driving the world into a new, more complex and potentially
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January 9, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Absolutely delighted that our new team book: “The Global Third Nuclear Age: Clashing Visions for a New Era in International Politics” is now available open access. Thanks to all those who contributed to the research:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-mon...
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-mon...
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Indian Navy carried out test firing of 3,500-km-range K-4 ballistic missile from newly-inducted nuclear submarine INS Arighaat on Nov. 27.
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India tests K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile from nuclear submarine INS Arighaat
According to Defence sources, the test results are being analysed after which the officials concerned would be briefing the top military and political leadership.
aninews.in
November 28, 2024 at 12:46 PM
Indian Navy carried out test firing of 3,500-km-range K-4 ballistic missile from newly-inducted nuclear submarine INS Arighaat on Nov. 27.
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My take on this Oreshnik business is that the Kremlin is not necessarily concerned about ATACMS et al strikes, since everybody, including the US and Russia, says that these won't change much. Rather, it is concerned about the implied intent. 1/
November 24, 2024 at 12:06 AM
My take on this Oreshnik business is that the Kremlin is not necessarily concerned about ATACMS et al strikes, since everybody, including the US and Russia, says that these won't change much. Rather, it is concerned about the implied intent. 1/
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The new nuclear "Basic Principles" just dropped (h/t @dvsteff.bsky.social). The key change is that it's the aggression that "poses critical threat to the sovereignty and/or territorial integrity" instead of "puts the very existence of the state in jeopardy" publication.pravo.gov.ru/document/000...
November 19, 2024 at 8:48 AM
The new nuclear "Basic Principles" just dropped (h/t @dvsteff.bsky.social). The key change is that it's the aggression that "poses critical threat to the sovereignty and/or territorial integrity" instead of "puts the very existence of the state in jeopardy" publication.pravo.gov.ru/document/000...
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Are you an early career scholar/practitioner interested in researching and having impact in nuclear arms control and disarmament?
If so, apply now for the Atomic Anxiety in the New Nuclear Age 2025 Fellows Scheme. #NukeSky
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If so, apply now for the Atomic Anxiety in the New Nuclear Age 2025 Fellows Scheme. #NukeSky
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2025 Fellows Scheme Applications Now Open!
Are you interested in researching and having impact in nuclear arms control and disarmament? Do you want to join a community of scholars and practitioners exploring innovative ideas in the field of…
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November 18, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Are you an early career scholar/practitioner interested in researching and having impact in nuclear arms control and disarmament?
If so, apply now for the Atomic Anxiety in the New Nuclear Age 2025 Fellows Scheme. #NukeSky
atomicanxiety.com/2024/11/14/2...
If so, apply now for the Atomic Anxiety in the New Nuclear Age 2025 Fellows Scheme. #NukeSky
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Topical.
Guide to #Ukraine's long-range missiles showing size comparisons www.hisutton.com/Ukraine-miss...
Ukraine can reportedly now strike more #Russian targets, as Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure.
Guide to #Ukraine's long-range missiles showing size comparisons www.hisutton.com/Ukraine-miss...
Ukraine can reportedly now strike more #Russian targets, as Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure.
November 17, 2024 at 8:43 PM
Topical.
Guide to #Ukraine's long-range missiles showing size comparisons www.hisutton.com/Ukraine-miss...
Ukraine can reportedly now strike more #Russian targets, as Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure.
Guide to #Ukraine's long-range missiles showing size comparisons www.hisutton.com/Ukraine-miss...
Ukraine can reportedly now strike more #Russian targets, as Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure.
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Looking forward to reading this interesting series of studies from RAND on escalation management with China and how to keep conflict below nuclear level. www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
Keeping a U.S.-China Conflict Under the Nuclear Threshold
Given Beijing's secure second-strike nuclear capability, the United States must reconsider its approach to a conflict with China over Taiwan. It must be prepared for nuclear escalation and place more ...
www.rand.org
November 17, 2024 at 11:33 AM
Looking forward to reading this interesting series of studies from RAND on escalation management with China and how to keep conflict below nuclear level. www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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There are also things like NPT, IAEA safeguards, weapons- vs. reactor-grade plutonium, weapon design, etc. 2/2
November 13, 2024 at 9:20 PM
There are also things like NPT, IAEA safeguards, weapons- vs. reactor-grade plutonium, weapon design, etc. 2/2
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Starter Pack for Nuclear Weapons History and Politics. Most of these folks are within the broader #NukeSky world.
If I've missed you, please let me know if you would like to be added or suggest anyone else who should be on this!
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November 15, 2024 at 6:21 AM
Starter Pack for Nuclear Weapons History and Politics. Most of these folks are within the broader #NukeSky world.
If I've missed you, please let me know if you would like to be added or suggest anyone else who should be on this!
👉 go.bsky.app/KDiibQK
If I've missed you, please let me know if you would like to be added or suggest anyone else who should be on this!
👉 go.bsky.app/KDiibQK