Cryptic crossword clue
Powerful Chinese nationalists rule out getting security devices 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word STRONGBOXES

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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The straight part
We know that "security devices" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case security devices = strongboxes.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does STRONGBOXES mean?

STRONGBOXES noun
  1. A sturdy box with a lock for storing valuables.

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