US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington is currently engaged in “denuclearisation” discussions with both Russia and China, signaling a significant diplomatic shift regarding global nuclear arsenals.
According to the President, the United States and Russia each possess more than 4,000 nuclear warheads. He further asserted that China is on a trajectory to match these stockpiles within the next five years.
These remarks highlight the escalating strategic competition among the world’s three largest nuclear powers. The potential for China to close the gap in warhead numbers with the US and Russia adds a new dimension to international security dynamics.
Trump’s announcement of direct talks on denuclearisation suggests an attempt to address these growing disparities through diplomatic channels rather than solely through military posturing.
The statements underscore the critical importance of maintaining stability in nuclear relations as global power structures continue to evolve.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
