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How Beijing 'tripled the size of its nuclear arsenal' in six years

China's nuclear arsenal has tripled from 200 to over 600 weapons in six years, as reported by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies. A recent missile test from a nuclear submarine, demonstrating the JL-3's 10,000-kilometre range, underscores China's rapid military advancements. Experts warn this growth poses new threats across the Pacific region.

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Published 09 Jul 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 09 Jul 2026, 19:10 UTC

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