Diya Ashtakala

Research Intern, CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues

Diya Ashtakala is a research intern with the Project on Nuclear Issues (PONI) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). Diya holds a MA in International Affairs from the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, Boston University and a BA from St. Joseph's College in Bangalore, India. Her research includes South Asia nuclear deterrence, escalation dynamics, and arms control.

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Analysis / Next Gen Community

The Deterrence Trilemma: South Asia’s Nuclear Landscape in 2035

By: Diya Ashtakala

Published: Feb 2, 2024

This article aims to fill a critical analytical gap regarding the impact of China’s expected nuclear buildup by laying out the current South Asia nuclear landscape.