On 30th December 2020 Senate Committee on Defense visited CASS. The discussion was moderated by AM Javaid Ahmad (Retd). The discussion held at CASS auditorium, was attended by President, Directors, and Researchers of the Centre.

Nuclear Capability: Balancing Global Security and Energy Needs
Recent global developments—including geopolitical tensions, energy crises, and shifting power dynamics—have intensified discussions around nuclear capability. After the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the US-Israel-Iran war, nations are increasingly evaluating nuclear technology not only as a strategic defense mechanism but also as a reliable and large-scale energy source. These developments have brought nuclear capability back to the forefront of international debate.
The dual-use nature of nuclear capability—serving both military and civilian purposes—makes it a critical area of analysis. The ongoing war on Iran has introduced significant uncertainty into the future of Iran’s nuclear trajectory, particularly regarding




