<h1>China Rejects Trump's Proposal for 50% Defense Budget Cut, Citing Sovereignty and Security Needs</h1> China is not interested in joining US President Donald Trump's proposal for a 50% reduction in defense budgets by the US, Russia, and China. The Chinese government emphasizes that its defense spending is necessary for safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests. While Russian President Vladimir Putin has shown support for the idea, China maintains a self-defense strategy and is committed to peaceful development without engaging in an arms race. China, the second-largest defense spender, increased its budget by 7.2% last year and is expected to announce further spending at its upcoming National People's Congress.