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The People's Republic of China is the only member of the P-5 that is increasing both the quantity and quality of its nuclear forces. This nuclear buildup is in the context of military buildup that growing faster than any nation in the world. The China buildup is aimed a providing it a capability to dominate the Far East. The U.S. is regarded as main enemy and Chinese preparations are aimed at fight a major war against the United States.
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