The Trump administration has held secret talks with China over its rapidly expanding nuclear arsenal, and over US allegations that Beijing has conducted secret low-yield nuclear tests, claims China denies.

The Trump administration has held secret talks with China over its rapidly expanding nuclear arsenal, and over US allegations that Beijing has conducted secret low-yield nuclear tests, claims China denies.

These discussions center around reducing nuclear risks and improving verification mechanisms, rather than negotiating a formal arms control agreement.

Washington is also pressuring Beijing to provide advance notice of missile tests, and to show more transparency about its nuclear forces.

According to the Pentagon, China has more than 600 nuclear weapons, and this number could exceed 1,000 by 2030.

Source: Wall Street Journal

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