Organised by GCSP's Geopolitics and Global Futures Department, this prestigious annual award celebrates individuals and organisations that are advancing bold, creative, and impactful solutions in the field of global security.

This Geneva Paper aims to provide a historical perspective on the episodic escalations (and thus far the subsequent de-escalations) of tensions between India and Pakistan. In order to achieve this objective, the nuclear dimension of the conflict is analysed. It has been widely demonstrated that a variety of uses underpin nuclear capabilities, thus explaining why some states, despite the enormous costs involved, embrace the nuclear path. This also sheds light on how and why nuclear adversaries can step back from the brink of nuclear war.

As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we’re reflecting on what we’ve achieved and looking ahead to even more progress and collaboration in the year to come.