How Beijing 'tripled the size of its nuclear arsenal' in six years
China has conducted a rare intercontinental ballistic missile test from a nuclear-powered submarine, signaling a significant expansion of its military capabilities. Reports indicate that Beijing has tripled its nuclear arsenal over the last six years, raising concerns among regional neighbors.
Why it matters
The rapid expansion of China's nuclear arsenal alters the global security balance and increases geopolitical tensions in the Pacific.
A Chinese strategic nuclear submarine has successfully launched a warhead-carrying missile. ( CCTV. )
The framing focuses heavily on the 'threat' and 'alarm' caused by Chinese military development, reflecting a security-centric perspective.
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