While China is expanding its nuclear arsenal at a dramatic pace, Russia and the U.S. are also testing new delivery platforms.
As major powers renew their focus on nuclear testing, the world may be entering a new nuclear era.
Accusations that Beijing has conducted secret nuclear tests should trigger greater focus on China’s expanding nuclear arsenal. China’s nuclear expansion and modernization could lead to an accelerated and unbridled nuclear arms race, particularly since Chinese President Xi Jinping refuses to participate in meaningful dialogue and abide by agreements on such issues. This would have implications that go beyond China-U.S. competition: it would affect global stability; undermine international non-proliferation norms and efforts; and harm the prospects of future arms control agreements.
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