China Reaffirms No-First-Use Nuclear Policy on Atomic Bomb Anniversary

Marking 60 years since its first nuclear test, China calls for global commitment to no-first-use of nuclear weapons amid its expanding arsenal.

China commemorates the 60th anniversary of its first nuclear test, urging nuclear-armed nations to adopt a no-first-use policy.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry reiterated its stance that no-first-use enhances global strategic stability and reduces risks.
China's nuclear arsenal is expanding rapidly, with projections to exceed 1,000 warheads by 2030, according to U.S. military estimates.
Historical tensions, such as the Sino-Soviet split, spurred China's independent development of nuclear capabilities in the 1960s.
Despite its growing arsenal, China maintains that its nuclear forces are kept at the minimum level necessary for national security.