China voices concern over South Korea's nuclear submarine program
Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing has expressed serious concerns about Seoul's pursuit of nuclear-powered submarines, warning the initiative could undermine regional stability and nuclear nonproliferation efforts. The diplomatic statement follows US approval of technology sharing for the submarine project.
China has formally expressed apprehension regarding South Korea's plans to develop nuclear-powered submarines, warning that the initiative could potentially destabilize regional security arrangements. Ambassador Dai Bing articulated these concerns during a Thursday news conference in Seoul, emphasizing that the submarine program directly implicates international nuclear nonproliferation frameworks and could impact the delicate security balance on the Korean Peninsula.
Regional Security Implications
Ambassador Dai characterized the security situation throughout the Korean Peninsula and surrounding region as "complex and sensitive," specifically identifying South Korean-American cooperation on nuclear submarine technology as a matter with broader implications for global nonproliferation regimes. The Chinese diplomat's statements reflect Beijing's growing unease with enhanced military cooperation between Seoul and Washington, particularly regarding technologies with strategic nuclear applications.
US Technology Transfer Approval
The concerns follow US President Donald Trump's announcement during his recent visit to South Korea that his administration would share nuclear propulsion technologies to enable the South Korean navy to construct at least one nuclear-powered submarine. The White House subsequently confirmed approval for South Korea to build nuclear-powered attack submarines in November, committing to close collaboration on the project including fuel sourcing arrangements.
Taiwan-Related Warnings
The Chinese ambassador additionally cautioned against potential expansion of South Korea-US alliance modernization efforts targeting China, specifically addressing speculation about US Forces Korea mobilization regarding Taiwan contingencies. Dai reiterated Beijing's position of zero tolerance for external interference in Taiwan matters, expressing hope that "the South Korea-US alliance would not play with fire on the Taiwan issue" amid escalating regional tensions.
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