China and international arms control

The China-developed Z-19E armed helicopter makes its maiden flight in Harbin in Northeast China's Heilongjiang province. [Photo/Xinhua]

China has stayed a participant in the international arms control treaty system. China is a party to over 20 international treaties on arms control. China follows a defense policy that is defensive in nature, and never takes part in any form of arms race.

China resolutely opposes the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. China has established a well-functioning domestic legal system and enforcement regime on non-proliferation export control. China supports the UN and its Security Council in playing a key role in non-proliferation and works actively for the full implementation of Security Council Resolution 1540.

China supports and takes an active part in the international conventional arms control process. China is committed to properly address humanitarian concerns regarding conventional arms. China has provided international humanitarian assistance in mine clearance and sponsored training programs for over 40 countries.