China Reveals Nuclear Force Upgrades To Deter Adversaries
Summary
China released a report explaining improvements to its nuclear weapons to ensure they are reliable and can deter threats from other countries. The document outlines China's strategy for a strong but minimal nuclear force and calls on major nuclear powers to reduce their arsenals. China emphasizes a self-defensive approach and a no-first-use policy for nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- China shared details of its nuclear weapons upgrades in a report called a white paper.
- China has about 600 nuclear warheads, making it the third-largest nuclear arsenal after Russia and the U.S.
- China's latest nuclear weapons can reportedly reach any part of the world and break through missile defenses.
- China is working on a "launch on warning" strategy to react immediately to a nuclear attack.
- The report says China wants to keep its nuclear arsenal just large enough for national security.
- China maintains a “no-first-use” policy, meaning it won't use nuclear weapons unless attacked first.
- China urges countries with large nuclear stockpiles to drastically reduce their weapons in a verifiable and irreversible way.
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