The Changing Nature of Chinese Nuclear Strategy,

Abstract

Traditionally, analysts have believed that China was only interested in pursuing a minimalist, counter-value nuclear strategy that aimed at achieving strategic deterrence. This paper examines the possibility that Chinese nuclear strategy is changing in several ways: (1) it is moving to embrace a nuclear warfighting approach that encompasses tactical, theater, and strategic nuclear weapons, and (2) it is moving from a counter-value to a counter-force strategic nuclear posture.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1997
Accession Number
ADA321658

Entities

People

  • Andrew W. Hull
  • David R. Markov

Organizations

  • Institute for Defense Analyses

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  • C4I
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Deterrence
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  • Nuclear Weapons
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  • Strategic Weapons
  • Weapons

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