Events & Conferences
Two decades of international dialogue, defense seminars, policy forums, and strategic workshops shaping the security landscape of South Asia and the world.
Marka-e-Haq: Rethinking Conflict and Deterrence in the Modern Era
Dr. Maria Sultan examined the evolving nature of warfare, emphasizing the role of deterrence, strategic stability, and Pakistan's defense posture in the post-Marka-e-Haq environment.
Strategic Lessons in Deterrence, Maritime Security & Regional Power Realignment
An expert-led session on strategic deterrence and maritime security threats, exploring Pakistan's naval doctrine and regional sea-lane protection amid evolving Indo-Pacific dynamics.
Marka-e-Haq One Year On: Pakistan's Strategic Shift & Regional Power Realignment
A follow-up international webinar assessing Pakistan's strategic outcomes, military lessons learned, and the reshaping of South Asian power dynamics one year after the Marka-e-Haq operation.
SASSI–Quaid-i-Azam University Joint Research Symposium
Following a formal MOU between SASSI and Quaid-i-Azam University, this joint symposium advanced collaborative academic research in strategic studies, security analysis, and arms control.
South Asian Nuclear Postures & Implications for Strategic Stability
A major international gathering examining nuclear posture shifts by India and Pakistan, implications for regional deterrence stability, and the role of arms control frameworks in managing risks.
OPCW Conference of States Parties – CSP-28 Statement
Dr. Maria Sultan delivered SASSI's official statement at the 28th Session of the Conference of the States Parties, representing Pakistan's civil society perspective on chemical weapons disarmament.
OPCW CSP-22: South Asian Strategic Stability Institute Statement
SASSI presented its formal statement at the 22nd Conference of States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention, contributing to global disarmament dialogue on behalf of South Asian civil society.
Emerging Technologies and Strategic Stability in South Asia
A closed-door workshop with regional and international experts discussing the impact of hypersonic missiles, AI-enabled systems, and autonomous weapons on nuclear deterrence calculations in South Asia.
Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference Preparatory Meeting – NGO Session
SASSI participated in the NPT PrepCom civil society sessions, advocating for South Asian inclusion in global non-proliferation frameworks and presenting research on regional nuclear risk reduction.
India-Pakistan Crisis Stability: Lessons from Recent Escalations
A policy-focused seminar evaluating crisis management, communication hotlines, and the role of nuclear signaling following the 2019 Balakot confrontation, with recommendations for de-escalation protocols.
AI and Strategic Stability: Risks and Opportunities for South Asia
Drawing on SASSI's contribution to the SIPRI Volume on AI and Nuclear Risk, this workshop brought together South Asian researchers to assess how artificial intelligence alters nuclear decision-making timelines.
Regional Security Architecture in South Asia: Challenges and Prospects
An annual flagship conference addressing evolving security dynamics, the India-Pakistan military standoff, and the need for regional confidence-building measures. Featured speakers from NATO, UN, and major Asian policy institutes.
Women in Peace & Security: Leadership in Defense Policymaking
A landmark seminar on the role of women in shaping defense policy, civil-military relations, and security sector reform in South Asia, co-hosted with international partner organizations.
Afghanistan 2014 and Beyond: Strategic Lessons for South Asian Security
Linked to Dr. Sultan's landmark publication "Afghanistan 2014 – The Decision Point," this conference convened regional analysts to assess post-withdrawal strategic implications for Pakistan, India, and Central Asia.
Nuclear Security Summit Preparatory Workshop
A preparatory workshop for South Asian delegations ahead of international nuclear security forums, focusing on fissile material security, radiological threats, and strengthening IAEA safeguards.
Pakistan's Strategic Export Controls: Policy Framework & International Obligations
Based on SASSI's published research on Pakistan's strategic export controls, this seminar engaged government officials, defense sector representatives, and international observers on compliance and enforcement.
SASSI University Inauguration & Launch Symposium
The formal launch of SASSI University on February 2, 2015 as a degree-awarding institution under the SASSI University Islamabad Act, 2013. Attended by government officials, defense analysts, and international partners.
Deterrence Stability and Nuclear Risks in Southern Asia
A landmark conference on South Asian nuclear deterrence stability, co-organized with international partners, examining tactical nuclear weapons, first-use doctrines, and the role of missile defense.
South Asian Strategic Stability Institute University Islamabad Act – Policy Launch Event
A high-level policy discussion following the enactment of the SASSI University Islamabad Act (Act No. VI of 2013), outlining SASSI's expanded academic mandate and its role in national security education.
Afghanistan Transition and Pakistan's Security Calculus
SASSI hosted Afghan opposition leaders and regional analysts to discuss security transitions in Afghanistan and their implications for Pakistan's Western border stability, counter-terrorism policy, and strategic depth.
Nuclear Arms Race in South Asia: Quest for Stability
An early flagship research seminar examining the accelerating nuclear arms competition between India and Pakistan, published findings on Pakistan's minimum credible deterrence posture and strategic red lines.
Counter-Terrorism and National Security: Civil-Military Perspectives
An early SASSI workshop bringing together civil and military analysts to examine Pakistan's evolving counter-terrorism frameworks, intelligence-sharing mechanisms, and border security doctrine.
SASSI Founding Conference: South Asian Security in the 21st Century
The inaugural conference marking SASSI's establishment as an independent think tank dedicated to strategic stability research. Set the foundational agenda for nuclear arms control, non-proliferation, and regional security studies.
Shaping Global Defense Dialogue Since 2004
SASSI continues to engage at the highest levels of international security discourse — from the UN to the OPCW, from Islamabad to The Hague — advancing Pakistan's voice in global strategic stability.