‘No limits, no transparency, no controls’: US accuses China of covert nuclear tests as New START expires - The Times of India
The United States has accused China of secretly carrying out nuclear-related tests, raising serious concerns about global arms control as the New START treaty expires. According to US officials, China is allegedly using advanced laboratory techniques and low-yield testing methods that may bypass international detection systems. Washington claims these activities are being conducted without transparency, oversight, or clear limits, making it difficult for the global community to assess China’s nuclear capabilities accurately. The accusations come at a sensitive time, as the expiration of New START removes one of the last remaining frameworks limiting nuclear arsenals among major powers. US authorities argue that China’s rapid expansion of its nuclear infrastructure, combined with a lack of participation in arms control agreements, threatens strategic stability. Beijing has denied the allegations, insisting it follows international law. However, the dispute has intensified calls for stronger verification mechanisms and renewed global dialogue on nuclear risk reduction.
The Key points
- US accuses China of conducting covert nuclear-related experiments
- Alleged tests may avoid traditional international detection systems
- Claims emerge after New START treaty expiration
- US cites lack of transparency and verification controls
- China reportedly expanding nuclear weapons infrastructure rapidly
- Washington warns of growing global strategic instability
- Beijing denies accusations and defends its nuclear policy
- China not bound by existing US-Russia arms treaties
- Experts fear increased nuclear mistrust among major powers
- Calls grow for new global arms control agreements
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