Muhammad Ali Baig

Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Muhammad Ali Baig is a strategic security analyst whose research focuses on the intersection of emerging military technologies, nuclear deterrence, and regional stability in South Asia. His most cited work critically examines the potential impact of lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) on strategic stability and nuclear deterrence in the region, highlighting how the rapid proliferation of advanced technology to India has exacerbated Pakistan’s security dilemma. By analyzing trends that threaten the South Asian strategic landscape, Baig’s scholarship underscores the destabilizing effects of autonomous systems on existing deterrence frameworks. His contributions are particularly notable for bridging technical discussions of AI-driven warfare with real-world geopolitical tensions, offering timely insights into how LAWS could alter crisis dynamics between nuclear-armed states. With growing attention to his 2023 publication, Baig’s work is increasingly cited in debates on arms control and regional security, establishing him as a key voice on the implications of autonomous weapons for strategic stability. His research continues to inform policymakers and scholars grappling with the challenges of maintaining deterrence in an era of rapid technological change.