Marking 30 Years since the Tokyo Subway Attack: Lessons and Looming Risks This article examines the legacy of the 1995 Tokyo Subway Sarin Attack and its role in accelerating global chemical disarmament through the CWC. It highlights ongoing risks from non-signatories and… Continue reading Marking 30 Years since the Tokyo Subway Attack: Lessons and Looming Risks Shayesta Nishat Ahmed | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
BWC at 50: Global South Perspectives on Biosecurity This article explores the engagement of Global South states with the Biological Weapons Convention. Drawing on deliberations from the Working Group on Strengthening the Convention, it was revealed that Article… Continue reading BWC at 50: Global South Perspectives on Biosecurity Aayushi Sharma | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence for Ending Import Dependence: DRDO’s Indigenous 8×8 CBRN Vehicle Sets New Standard This article focuses on India’s push for selfreliance in defence through the development of DRDO’s indigenous 8×8 CBRN Reconnaissance Vehicle. It highlights the persistent global CBRN threat, India’s past import… Continue reading Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence for Ending Import Dependence: DRDO’s Indigenous 8×8 CBRN Vehicle Sets New Standard D. Padma Kumar Pillay | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
Youth from the Global South and Chemical and Biological Weapons Disarmament This article examines the growing youth population in the Global South and its implications for chemical and biological disarmament. It argues that meaningful youth engagement can strengthen verification and promote… Continue reading Youth from the Global South and Chemical and Biological Weapons Disarmament Hitesh Kumar Bhattarai | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
South America: Situation and Challenges Regarding the Implementation of the BWC This brief paper focuses on the implementation of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) in South America, examining its strengths and weaknesses, and presenting potential avenues for cooperation and capacity-building. Read… Continue reading South America: Situation and Challenges Regarding the Implementation of the BWC Maria Espona | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
Chemical Weapons in Sudan’s Civil War: Credibility, Consequences, and the Need for Accountability This article examines the renewed concerns about chemical-weapons use in Sudan’s civil war. Allegations of chlorinegas deployment by the Sudanese Armed Forces reflect weakening global norms, persistent impunity, and uneven… Continue reading Chemical Weapons in Sudan’s Civil War: Credibility, Consequences, and the Need for Accountability Mohanasakthivel J | July-December 2025 | CBW Magazine
Modi’s Visit to Jordan and Oman Reinforces India’s ‘Think West’ Policy Modi’s visit to Jordan and Oman further strengthens India’s ‘Think West’ policy that prioritises engagement with the West Asian countries. Prasanta Kumar Pradhan | | IDSA Comments
China’s Russia Relationship: A Greater Alignment? While China’s growing strategic cooperation with Russia is increasingly evident, historical and geopolitical issues still pose challenges to more coordinated collaboration. M.S. Prathibha | | Issue Brief
Small Modular Reactors and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Small Modular Reactors represent both the future of nuclear innovation and a critical test for the resilience of the non-proliferation regime. Abhishek Verma | | IDSA Comments