In a significant move to outline its stance on global security, China’s State Council Information Office released a white paper titled ‘China’s Arms Control, Disarmament, and Nonproliferation in the New Era’ on November 27, 2025. The document underscores China’s commitment to international peace and security, positioning the nation as a proactive contributor to global arms control efforts. The white paper highlights China’s role in upholding the United Nations-centered international arms control regime, emphasizing its constructive contributions in nuclear, biological, and chemical arms control. It also addresses emerging security challenges in outer space, cyberspace, and artificial intelligence, advocating for a collaborative global governance framework. China reaffirms its dedication to nonproliferation, enhancing domestic capacities, and fostering international cooperation in science and technology. The paper calls for a multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization, urging nations to unite in building a shared future for humanity.
