China, Russia urged to cut nuclear arsenals amid Trump denuclearization push

U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited discussions on nuclear arms reduction, calling for trilateral talks with Russia and China during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Trump emphasized the moral and financial necessity of denuclearization, referencing past discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin and expressing optimism about potential agreements. In response, China stated that it would only consider joining disarmament talks if the U.S. and Russia significantly reduce their nuclear arsenals first. Russia has indicated a willingness to resume nuclear disarmament negotiations, but geopolitical tensions, particularly related to the Ukraine conflict, complicate the landscape. Both the U.S. and Russia together hold nearly 90% of the world's nuclear weapons, and the expiration of the New START treaty in 2026 adds urgency to these discussions. The situation underscores the critical need for international cooperation on nuclear arms reduction amidst rising global tensions.