Witness History: Archive 2012 - The South Asia nuclear standoff

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In May 1998 a nuclear arms race began in South Asia.

First the Indians tested nuclear devices - then the US began intense diplomacy to stop Pakistan from following suit.

But by the end of the month they too had carried out tests.

Hear from one man at the heart of the negotiations.

Photo: Indian prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee announces the nuclear tests. Associated Press.

Published on Thursday, 17th May 2012.

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