India-Pakistan Nuclear Agreement Update

January 2, 2025

India and Pakistan have recently exchanged information regarding their nuclear installations. This exchange is part of an annual agreement that has been in place for over three decades. The agreement aims to prevent attacks on each country’s nuclear facilities. The exchange also included details about civilian prisoners and fishermen held in custody by both nations. Despite ongoing tensions, this process continues to be important aspect of their bilateral relationship.

About Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack Against Nuclear Installations and Facilities

It is a bilateral agreement signed between India and Pakistan on December 31, 1988.
It came into force on January 27, 1991.
The purpose of this agreement is to prohibit both nations from attacking each other’s nuclear facilities or supporting third-party attacks on them.

Under this agreement, the two countries exchange a list of nuclear installations and facilities annually on January 1.
Till date, 34 consecutive exchanges have taken place between India and Pakistan.

Recent Developments in Exchanges

During the latest exchange, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed the simultaneous exchange in New Delhi and Islamabad. India provided details of 381 civilian prisoners and 81 fishermen in its custody. Pakistan reciprocated with information about 49 civilian prisoners and 217 fishermen believed to be Indian.

Focus on Civilian Prisoners and Fishermen

The exchange included a request to expedite the release of 183 Indian fishermen and civilian prisoners. These individuals have completed their sentences. Additionally, India seeks cons

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