Michael Krepon Knihy

Focusing on the critical issue of nuclear risk in South Asia, this collection of essays analyzes strategies for reducing the potential for conflict between India and Pakistan. Contributors introduce theories and methodologies for nuclear risk reduction, propose effective measures tailored to the region, and examine the implications of missile defense on stability. The work highlights the paradox of nuclear deterrence, particularly in the context of the Kashmir conflict, emphasizing the need for sustained efforts to mitigate nuclear dangers and prevent escalation.

In the treaty of Versailles and the SALT II Treaty, years of painstaking diplomatic effort were lost when the United States Senate refused to provide its consent to ratification. This book provides the first comparative assessment ever written of executive-congressional relations and the arms control treaty ratification process. A renowned team of historians, political scientists, and policy analysts look at seven case studies, ranging from Versailles to the INF Treaty, to explore the myriad ways to win and lose treaty ratification battles. This book constitutes a strong marriage of scholarship and public policy.