Pakistan Nuclear Program

Pakistan's nuclear program began in the 1970s in response to regional security concerns, particularly India’s nuclear capabilities. It developed secretly until it successfully tested its first nuclear device in 1998, becoming the first Muslim-majority country with nuclear weapons. The program aims to ensure national security through deterrence but has raised international concerns over proliferation and regional stability. Pakistan maintains that its nuclear arsenal is vital for its defense, and it continues to develop its capabilities within the framework of strategic security policies.