Economic Security Exercise (U): South Asia Proliferation Project
Abstract
Following the nuclear tests by India and Pakistan in May 1998, Dr. Lawrence Modisett, Director of the Decision Support Department in the United States Naval War College's Center for Naval Warfare Studies (CNWS), initiated a series of simulations to examine the range of potential consequences of nuclear developments in South Asia. Events, either scheduled or concluded, consider policy implications, potential international responses, economic aspects, and operational factors of these developments. The purpose of this effort is research, to produce useful findings for policymakers and to help our government use its influence to serve long-term U.S. and international interests. This report concentrates on possible economic and commercial consequences of a conflict in South Asia. These issues were examined during an exercise sponsored by the Naval War College during 11-12 March at the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy of Salve Regina University. Ambassador Paul D. Taylor, head of the South Asia Proliferation Project, facilitated the discussion, which included a distinguished panel of participants listed in Appendix A. Preparation of scenarios was the responsibility of Professor Andres Vaart, Advisor to the Dean of the Center for Naval Warfare Studies. Participating in the planning and in the identification of participants and discussion questions was Dr. Peter Dombrowski of the Strategic Research Department of CNWS. Dr. Modisen also contributed to this report.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA430561
Entities
People
- Andres Vaart
- Paul D. Taylor
Organizations
- Naval War College