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Story summary
- China is expanding its nuclear weapons program by refurbishing facilities in Sichuan Province, including upgrades at Pingtong and Zitong.
- Analysts estimate China could have over 1,000 nuclear warheads by 2030, up from about 600.
- China is developing a next-generation nuclear-powered attack submarine, the Type 09V, signaling significant naval modernization.
- U.S. officials express concern over China's nuclear advancements, which remain largely unregulated.
