The recent public emphasis by Chinese state television on the DF-5B missile's capabilities marks an unusual shift in China's traditional communication regarding nuclear weapons. Experts, such as Matt Korda and Andrew Erickson, suggest this may indicate a new strategy aimed at signaling China's military advancements to intimidate adversaries and demonstrate its growing nuclear capabilities. The new DF-5B missile's multi-warhead capacity enhances China's second-strike capability significantly, which reflects the country's intention to assert its military status more firmly in international relations.
China's recent emphasis on the DF-5B missile's capabilities indicates a potential shift in its communication strategy regarding nuclear growth.
This disclosure by state television suggests a willingness to openly convey China's nuclear advancements, a departure from its usual high-level communications.
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