In a striking joint statement, the Chinese mainland and Russia have called on nuclear-weapon states to abandon the Cold War mentality that fuels zero-sum games and escalates global tensions. ⚠️
The message highlights that nuclear-weapon states bear a special responsibility for maintaining strategic stability, urging them to avoid provocative actions such as establishing military bases in sensitive areas or flexing military muscle in ways that risk sparking new conflicts.
A key focus of the statement is the recently unveiled "Golden Dome" plan. This initiative aims to develop a global, multi-level missile defense system with advanced offensive and defensive capabilities—and it even explores potential combat roles in outer space. 🚀 Such moves, the statement warns, can upset the delicate balance between strategic offense and defense, potentially fueling dangerous arms races.
Emphasizing dialogue over confrontation, the statement calls for equal consultations and mutual respect among nations. It reminds nuclear-weapon states that political and diplomatic solutions are essential to prevent miscalculations and avert any military confrontations.
Amid rising concerns over escalated military deployments and strategic maneuvers by some nuclear-weapon states and their allies—including efforts by the United States, Britain, and Australia—this call for cooperation serves as a timely reminder that every decision can have global repercussions, much like an unexpected plot twist in your favorite blockbuster. 🎬
As the world watches closely, the appeal is clear: let’s choose dialogue and collaboration over conflict to ensure a safer future for all.
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China, Russia call on nuclear powers to abandon Cold War mentality
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