USA and China Begin Talks on Nuclear Weapons — Reuters
The two countries initiated semi-official talks on nuclear weapons in March—the first such discussions in five years, according to two delegates who attended the meeting.
The United States is concerned that China might resort to using nuclear weapons in the event of a conflict with Taiwan. In response, the Chinese assured the Americans that they would not take such drastic measures.
David Santoro, the scientist who organized the talks on the American side, stated that the Chinese are confident they can prevail without resorting to nuclear weapons.
The delegates are currently preparing a report on the first round of talks for their respective governments. It is likely that future discussions will occur at a higher level.
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The two countries initiated semi-official talks on nuclear weapons in March—the first such discussions in five years, according to two delegates who attended the meeting.
The United States is concerned that China might resort to using nuclear weapons in the event of a conflict with Taiwan. In response, the Chinese assured the Americans that they would not take such drastic measures.
David Santoro, the scientist who organized the talks on the American side, stated that the Chinese are confident they can prevail without resorting to nuclear weapons.
The delegates are currently preparing a report on the first round of talks for their respective governments. It is likely that future discussions will occur at a higher level.
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