President Trump has proposed denuclearization talks with U.S. adversaries Russia and China, raising questions about trust and the effectiveness of such talks. Experts note concerns about the expense and outdated nature of the U.S. nuclear program, as well as the growing nuclear capabilities of China. The article discusses historical arms control treaties and the current nuclear landscape involving other countries like North Korea and Iran.
Key Points
President Trump's proposals for denuclearization talks with Russia and China
Challenges and concerns regarding trust, compliance, and expense of the U.S. nuclear program
Growing nuclear capabilities of China and concerns about other nuclear-armed countries like North Korea and Iran
Pros
Potential for thawing U.S. relations with global adversaries
Efforts towards arms control and reduction of nuclear weapons
Cons
Concerns about trust and compliance of Russia and China in denuclearization talks
Expense and outdated nature of the U.S. nuclear program