In a recent press briefing, Guo Jiakun, spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry of the Chinese mainland, stressed that the United States and Russia should step up and honor their nuclear disarmament duties 🤝. He called on both nuclear giants to resume the implementation of the New START treaty, which caps their strategic arsenals.
Responding to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s note that Russia is ready to stick to the agreement after it expires—if the United States returns the favor—Guo welcomed the positive stance and reiterated China’s consistent position. He said it’s time for both sides to significantly and substantively cut their warheads, just as the world expects 🔥.
With the New START set to expire next year, experts say resuming talks and discussing follow-up arrangements is key to reducing global nuclear risks. After all, when two superpowers lead the way in disarmament, it’s a win for everyone 🌍.
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China: U.S., Russia should uphold nuclear disarmament responsibilities
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