China is building a large-scale laser-ignited nuclear fusion research facility in Mianyang to enhance both nuclear weapons design and clean energy production. The facility’s design mirrors the National Ignition Facility in California. This development could advance China’s nuclear arsenal and position it as a leader in global energy innovation, significantly impacting regional security dynamics, , particularly for India.China is building a large-scale laser-ignited nuclear fusion research facility in Mianyang to enhance both nuclear weapons design and clean energy production. The facility’s design mirrors the National Ignition Facility in California. This development could advance China’s nuclear arsenal and position it as a leader in global energy innovation, significantly impacting regional security dynamics, , particularly for India.