China Shuns Nuclear Commitments, Rapidly Expands Arsenal Amid Global Concerns

• China refuses to join nuclear limitation treaties while rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal, projected to exceed 1,000 warheads by 2030.
• The US accuses China of secretly conducting a "yield-producing nuclear test" in 2020, despite Beijing's moratorium claims and CTBT signatory status.
• Experts like Dr. Jeffrey Lewis question the US evidence, noting CTBTO monitoring systems did not detect such an event at Lop Nur.
• China's white paper on arms control blames the US for global instability and demands others reduce arsenals while it continues its own buildup.
• Concerns rise over China's opaque nuclear activities and its refusal to engage in risk reduction, potentially leading to a new arms race.