Pakistan and India to exchange nuclear facility lists today

Pakistan and India are set to exchange lists of their nuclear installations and facilities today, as part of the Agreement on Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities, ARY News reported on Wednesday.

This agreement, signed on December 31, 1988, and ratified on January 27, 1991, mandates both countries to exchange such lists annually. The exchange practice has been ongoing since January 1, 1992.

The agreement requires both nations to notify each other of their nuclear facilities by January 1 of each year.

Exchanging lists of nuclear facilities is crucial for building trust and transparency between the two countries, particularly in maintaining peace and preventing accidental attacks on sensitive installations.

It helps to ensure that both nations are aware of each other’s nuclear capabilities, reducing the risk of miscommunication or miscalculation that could escalate tensions. This practice plays a key role in preventing the targeting of nuclear infrastructure during conflicts, promoting stability in the region.