China Test Fires Missile in the Pacific for the First Time Since 2024
China has conducted a missile test in the Pacific, its first since 2024, drawing condemnation from Australia.
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The brief
China has test-fired a missile into the Pacific Ocean, marking the first such event since 2024. Reports indicate the launch was conducted by a nuclear-powered submarine belonging to the PLA.
Coverage from Reuters and CBS News emphasizes that the test has alarmed regional powers and drawn protests. The Guardian notes that Australia specifically condemned the action as "destabilising to the region." Details regarding the specific missile capabilities or the exact coordinates of the test are not yet specified in the available reports.
Further diplomatic responses from neighboring nations are expected.
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Quick answers
Who launched the missile?
Reports identify the launcher as a nuclear-powered submarine from the PLA.
What is the significance of this test?
The New York Times reports this is the first time China has test-fired a missile in the Pacific since 2024.
How has Australia responded?
Australia has condemned the test, calling it "destabilising to the region," according to The Guardian.
Coverage (7)
- Chinese government tells critics not to ‘overinterpret’ missile test in Pacific as criticism grows The Guardian · 89d ago
- China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns The Hill · 90d ago
- China test fires missile into Pacific, alarming regional powers Reuters · 90d ago
- China test-launches ballistic missile from sub in South Pacific, drawing protests CBS News · 90d ago
- China tests long-range missile in Pacific in move Australia condemns as ‘destabilising to region’ The Guardian · 90d ago
- Breaking | Nuclear-powered PLA submarine fires test missile in the Pacific South China Morning Post · 90d ago
- China Test Fires Missile in the Pacific for the First Time Since 2024 The New York Times · 90d ago
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