China-US rivalry tests MAD theory

Recent revelations of China's expansive nuclear ambitions and pursuit of advanced weapons that can evade missile defences raise fresh doubts about the durability of Mutual Assured Destruction deterrence.

Patrick M. Cronin For the Straits Times
Updated
Nov 11, 2021, 05:00 AM
Published
Nov 11, 2021, 05:00 AM
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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on November 11, 2021, with the headline China-US rivalry tests MAD theory. Subscribe

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