U.S.: China Has Conducted Secret Nuclear Testing | China in Focus

Feb 07, 2026 - 11:00

A key treaty aimed at curbing nuclear deployments and limiting nuclear threats around the globe has just expired. President Donald Trump rejected an offer from his Russian counterpart to extend it. Why? And what comes next?

The United States says Beijing has conducted a secret nuclear test. Here's more on Trump’s plan, as the United States faces growing nuclear threats from both China and Russia.

Thomas DiNanno, under secretary for arms control and international security: “China remains on track to have over 1,000 nuclear warheads by 2030, and Russia is supporting this buildup.”

Preparations are mounting ahead of a possible attack on Taiwan. The United States has successfully tested new attack drones as it strengthens military cooperation with Taiwan. Meanwhile, China is unveiling new hypersonic missiles.