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China’s Nuclear Arsenal Is Growing Faster Than Ever

China has unveiled its full nuclear triad for the first time—land, sea, and air-based systems. With its arsenal rapidly expanding, what does this mean for global security and the future of arms control?

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By Tong Zhao
Published on September 9, 2025

China has unveiled its full nuclear triad for the first time—land, sea, and air-based systems. With its arsenal rapidly expanding, what does this mean for global security and the future of arms control? Tong Zhao explains.

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