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The Real Reason Behind China's Nuclear Expansion
Under Xi, China has shifted toward a much more aggressive nuclear expansion. Why this sudden change?
By Tong Zhao
Published on August 15, 2024
Experts debate whether China’s nuclear buildup is a move toward aggression or just a response to improvements in America’s nuclear capabilities. What factors are actually motivating China’s policy and perspectives? Senior Fellow Tong Zhao explains.
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