New research by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reveals that China is escalating its stockpile of nuclear warheads at an unprecedented rate, currently estimated at 600 with projections to reach up to 1,500 by 2035. This expansion occurs while China continues to assert its commitment to a defensive posture in nuclear strategy, emphasizing self-defense and avoiding an arms race with other nations. While the US and Russia maintain larger arsenals, this rapid growth in China's capabilities signals a strategic shift that could alter global military dynamics.
China's nuclear arsenal is expanding rapidly, with estimates suggesting that at its current growth rate it could reach 1,500 warheads by 2035.
Official statements maintain that China adheres to a strategy of self-defense, insisting on keeping its nuclear capability minimal unless required for national security.
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