U.S. Nuclear Strategy

SOURCE www.nytimes.com
President Biden approved a classified nuclear strategic plan focusing on China's nuclear expansion, preparing for possible coordinated nuclear confrontations with Russia, China, and North Korea.

Key Points

  • President Biden approved a nuclear strategic plan focusing on China's nuclear expansion
  • Pentagon believes China's stockpiles will rival the size of the U.S. and Russia
  • Strategy prepares for coordinated nuclear confrontations with Russia, China, and North Korea

Pros

  • Preparedness for potential nuclear challenges from multiple adversaries
  • Focus on China's growing nuclear arsenal

Cons

  • Highly classified nature of the strategy limits transparency