China's Nuclear Policy Overview

China's nuclear policy remains highly stable, consistent, and predictable.

We advocate the complete prohibition and thorough destruction of nuclear weapons,

follow a policy of no first use of nuclear weapons,

and unconditionally commit not to use or threaten to use nuclear weapons

against non-nuclear weapon states or nuclear weapon-free zones.

China follows a nuclear strategy of self-defense,

keeping its nuclear capabilities at the minimum level required for safeguarding national security,

and does not engage in any form of nuclear arms race.

China's nuclear strength is essential for deterring nuclear warfare

and safeguarding world peace and security, as well as global strategic stability.