Kremlin says neither China nor Russia have carried out secret nuclear tests

The Kremlin has firmly denied allegations made by the United States, which accused China of conducting a covert nuclear test in 2020. This assertion came as the U.S. proposed a new arms control treaty aimed at including both China and Russia in its framework. The Russian government emphasized that neither it nor China has engaged in any secret nuclear testing, aiming to underscore their commitment to nuclear non-proliferation. The backdrop to these developments involves increasing tensions between the U.S. and China, particularly concerning military capabilities and nuclear arsenals. The U.S. initiative for broader arms control reflects a strategic shift in addressing global security threats, particularly with the rise of China as a significant military power. Both Beijing and Moscow have maintained that they are committed to international norms regarding nuclear weapons and have called for dialogue to address these issues, rather than escalating tensions through accusations. As global security dynamics evolve, the implications of such allegations and the potential for new arms control frameworks remain critical points of discussion among international policymakers.