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China is directly linked to nuclear deterrence as it actively seeks to protect its second-strike capability against US missile defense systems, as detailed in [1], [2], and [3]. Furthermore, China views US missile defense initiatives as a threat to its own nuclear deterrent [4] and is developing hypersonic technology specifically to counter this challenge [5].
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Strategic Rivalry between United States and China swp-berlin.org 5 facts
perspectiveChina fears that US missile defense initiatives and the expansion of conventional US forces threaten its second-strike capability and its nuclear deterrent against the United States.
perspectiveThe Chinese leadership believes that United States assertions regarding North Korean missiles are a pretext to install missile defense systems capable of neutralizing Chinese and Russian nuclear deterrents.
claimBeijing fears that United States missile defense initiatives and the expansion of conventional US forces threaten China's second-strike capability and its nuclear deterrent.
perspectiveChina fears that US missile defense initiatives and conventional force expansion threaten its second-strike capability and nuclear deterrent.
claimChina is utilizing hypersonic glide vehicle technology to counter the challenge posed to its nuclear deterrent by US missile defense systems.