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China tests missile from nuclear-powered PLA Navy submarine in western Pacific ocean China has conducted a missile launch from a nuclear submarine in the Western Pacific, marking a routine test rather than a direct threat to any neighboring country. This event highlights China's growing nuclear deterrent and enhanced sea-based strike capabilities during a peak military exercise season. The test raised alarms following previous notifications to New Zealand, coinciding with Australia and Fiji's declaration of a groundbreaking military alliance.

See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google China’s military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific in a rare move that drew protest and concerns from countries in the region. The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two years ago, then firing an intercontinental ballistic missile with a dummy warhead . 3 A Chinese PLA Navy Type 094A Jin-class nuclear submarine off Shandong province, China, April 23, 2019. POOL/AFP via Getty Images That previous launch in international waters was the first in decades, since 1980. The launch was part of routine annual training, complied with international law and practice, and was not directed against any country or target, according to the one-line statement from Xinhua, which was reposted by the Ministry of Defense. The 2024 launch mirrored testing that the United States does for its own ballistic missile fleet, and experts then viewed it as an assertion of China’s growing superpower status . Australia, Japan and New…

China missile test: US raises concern, urges arms control talks - India ... The United States has expressed concern over China's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile and said it remains firm in its defence commitments to allies and partners. Washington also urged Beijing to join meaningful arms control talks and to regularly notify intercontinental-range ballistic missile and space launches in line with commitments made by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council. The remarks came after China said it had successfully test-fired a long-range strategic missile with a dummy warhead from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the Pacific Ocean on Monday. Beijing described the launch as part of the annual training of the PLA Navy and said relevant countries had been informed in advance. In a statement, US Department of State spokesperson Tommy Pigott said, "The United States monitored China's test launch from a submarine of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile, which landed in the southern Pacific Ocean." He said that at a time when the United States is working harder than ever to prevent nuclear proliferation, China is doing the opposite. Pigott ad…

BANGKOK (AP)—China’s navy has test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific. The New Zealand government says the missile was fired into a nuclear-free zone established in a 1986 treaty.

Why China's Latest Missile Test Is Drawing Anger: "Unwelcome and ... China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from a nuclear submarine in the South Pacific in a rare demonstration of strength. “The test launch complies with international law and international practice, and is not directed at any specific country or target,” the Chinese navy said, according to the state-run news agency, Xinhua . It also reported that “relevant countries” had been notified in advance. The dummy warhead “landed precisely within the designated waters,” Xinhua said, meaning that it was consistent with the area previously identified to those relevant parties. Read More: How Hormuz Could Shape China’s Taiwan Strategy Despite prior notification, the response from neighboring nations was one of heightened alarm. Winston Peters, New Zealand’s Foreign Minister, said in a statement that the test was an “unwelcome and concerning development.” “We, like our neighbors in other Pacific countries, have no interest in China using the South Pacific as a testing site for missile capability,” he said. Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara criticized China at a press conference in Tokyo, saying…

Pacific nations alarmed by Chinese missile test - Stars and Stripes A submarine-launched ballistic missile of China's navy breaks above the water during a test in this undated photograph. (Wikimedia Commons) China fired a nuclear-capable missile on Monday into the South Pacific Ocean, prompting complaints from Australia, New Zealand and Japan. China’s state-run Xinhua news agency that afternoon announced a ballistic missile test. “The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy on Monday successfully conducted the test launch of a strategic missile by a submarine,” Xinhua reported. The missile, carrying a simulated training warhead, fell in the designated area in the Pacific Ocean. Relevant countries were informed in advance of the launch, which was routine annual training and not directed against any specific country or target, the agency reported. The missile test occurred hours after Australia and Fiji committed to a new defense pact in which each pledged mutual aid in the event they are attacked. Government officials in Australia and New Zealand told local media about the missile test before it happened. “Australia has been clear with China that we regard this as destabilizin…

China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific, raises regional concerns <p>China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific in a rare move that drew concerns from the region.</p>

China to test ballistic missile in South Pacific China appears to be preparing to test a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean. The ABC has been told that the Chinese government has informed governments in the region about the test.

By HUIZHONG WU and Charlotte Graham-McLay The Associated Press BANGKOK (AP) — China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific in a rare move that drew protest and concerns from countries in the region. The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two years ago, then firing an intercontinental ballistic missile with a dummy warhead. That previous launch in international waters was the first in decades, since 1980. The launch was part of routine annual training, complied with international law and practice, and was not directed against any country or target, according to a short statement from Xinhua, which was reposted by the Ministry of Defense. The 2024 launch mirrored testing that the United States does for its own ballistic missile fleet, and experts then viewed it as an assertion of China’s growing superpower status. Australia, Japan and New Zealand criticized the launch. The New Zealand government said it was informed of the planned launch hours beforehand and noted that the missile…

China tests nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific hours after ... ByKYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIAand AAP Published:23:52 EDT, 5 July 2026|Updated:05:23 EDT, 6 July 2026 226 Viewcomments Chinahas launched a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean as part of a 'military training program'. Chinese state-owned media outlet Xinhua stated a 'strategic nuclear submarine of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a submarine-launched ballistic missile carrying a simulated training warhead into the high seas of the Pacific Ocean' at 12.01pm on Monday. Sources earlier claimed the launch was in retaliation toFiji's new defence deal with Australia asBeijingseeks greater influence in the region. Xinhua reported the missile test was 'a routine part of China's annual military training program, and relevant countries had been notified in advance'. China gave briefings about the testing to governments ahead of the launch. 'The missile accurately landed in the designated area,' Xinhua reported. 'It is in accordance with international law and practice and is not directed against any specific country or …

China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test ... - CNN A Type 094 Jin-class nuclear submarine of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, pictured in eastern China's Shandong province on April 23, 2019. MARK SCHIEFELBEIN/AFP/POOL/AFP via Getty Images Asia China Oceania See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow China on Monday conducted a rare test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile in the Pacific Ocean, sparking criticism from New Zealand and Australia for actions that they said threatened peace and stability in the region. A People’s Liberation Army Navy submarine “launched a strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead toward relevant high seas of the Pacific Ocean, which landed precisely within the designated waters,” said a statement from Senior Capt. Wang Xuemeng, a spokesperson for the PLA Navy. “This test launch was a routine part of China’s annual military training schedule,” said Wang, who added that “relevant nations” were informed in advance about the test. “The operation was in accordance with international law and practice, targeting no specific country or objective,” Wang said. CNN has asked China’s Defense Min…

US Voices Concern Over China's Intercontinental Range Missile Test ETV Bharat / international US Voices Concern Over China's Intercontinental Range Missile Test China on Monday successfully test-fired a long-range strategic missile with a dummy warhead from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the Pacific Ocean. Tommy Pigott, spokesperson, US Department of State ( IANS ) By PTI Published : July 7, 2026 at 7:01 AM IST 1 Min Read Washington: The US has voiced concern over China's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile and assured its allies of being steadfast in its defence commitments to them. The US also urged China to engage in meaningful arms control discussions and notify the intercontinental-range ballistic missile and space launches in line with the commitments made by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council -- China being one of them. China on Monday successfully test-fired a long-range strategic missile with a dummy warhead from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the Pacific Ocean. "The United States monitored China's test launch from a submarine of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile, which landed in the southern Pacific Ocean," To…

China missile test draws criticism from Australia, New Zealand, Japan Countries raise concerns after Chinese military test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific Ocean.

China test-fires submarine-launched ballistic missile into Pacific; US ... The United States has voiced concern over China’s latest submarine-launched intercontinental-range ballistic missile test, saying Beijing’s expanding nuclear programme runs counter to international efforts to curb nuclear proliferation. The warning comes after China acknowledged launching an unarmed long-range ballistic missile carrying a dummy warhead from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean. Washington said the development underscored the need for greater transparency and renewed arms control engagement. Advertisement According to the US State Department, American authorities tracked the launch of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile that landed in the southern Pacific Ocean. Advertisement State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said China’s rapid expansion of its nuclear capabilities remained a matter of concern. “At a time when the United States is working harder than ever to prevent nuclear proliferation, China is doing the opposite,” Pigott said. He added that Beijing’s “rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern to the region and the world.” US presses Beijing for g…

China's Missile Test In Pacific Sparks Alarm As US And Australia Raise ... By Vaidika Thapa Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:40 AM (IST) Source: JND Related Articles HighLights China test-fired long-range missile from nuclear submarine in Pacific. US, Indo-Pacific nations express alarm over China's nuclear expansion. Test raises security concerns for India in the Indo-Pacific region. China on Monday test-fired a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific. The testing has raised concerns among the United States and several Indo-Pacific countries. While Beijing called the launch a routine military exercise, the move has sparked worries over China’s expanding nuclear capabilities and its potential impact on regional security. China Tests Long-Range Missile From Submarine The missile, carrying a dummy warhead was launched as part of China’s annual military exercise. It was China’s second publicly acknowledged long-range missile launch into the Pacific in two years. However, the test comes at a time when tensions between China and the US are rising over military influence and security in the Indo-Pacific region. US And Indo-Pacific Nations Raise Concerns Followin…

China tests long-range missile in South Pacific Beijing carried out the launch in what is known as a nuclear-free zone due to a longstanding treaty against testing nuclear missiles in the area.

Live: Chinese missile test appeared to land near Nauru, Taiwan says The nuclear-capable missile test, which China fired into the Pacific yesterday, appears to have landed near the exclusive economic zones of Pacific nations Nauru and Tuvalu. Follow live.

A missile launch, a nuclear message: Why China wanted the US to take notice China recently launched a long-range missile from a submarine into the South Pacific. This action demonstrated Beijing's growing nuclear power and strategic reach. The test aimed to send a message primarily to the United States. Pacific nations expressed concern over the provocative and destabilizing act. This event highlights China's ongoing military modernization efforts.

US voices concern over China's intercontinental range missile test ... IANS The Chinese Military test-fired a missile from a nuclear-powered submarine toward the Pacific Washington: The US has voiced concern over China's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile and assured its allies of being steadfast in its defence commitments to them. The US also urged China to engage in meaningful arms control discussions and notify the intercontinental-range ballistic missile and space launches in line with the commitments made by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council -- China being one of them. Also read: The message behind the missile China just shot rings loud and clear China on Monday successfully test-fired a long-range strategic missile with a dummy warhead from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the Pacific Ocean. "The United States monitored China's test launch from a submarine of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile, which landed in the southern Pacific Ocean," Tommy Pigott, spokesperson, US Department of State , said in a statement. Live Events He said that at a time when the United States is working harder than ever to prevent nuclear proliferat…

China's first-ever public test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile landed inside a South Pacific nuclear-free zone and hit just hours before NATO's 2026 summit began. The timing is doing a lot of talking.

China's submarine missile test looks routine. The real story is the ... PLA Navy On Monday, a Chinese navy submarine fired a long-range ballistic missile into international waters in the South Pacific. The nuclear-capable missile, which was launched from underwater and carried an inert dummy warhead, is believed to have splashed down near Tuvalu. The Chinese government said the event “was a routine part of China’s annual military training program” and was “not directed against any specific country or target”. It added that other countries had been notified, and urged them not to “over-interpret it”. Reactions from Australia, New Zealand , Taiwan and Japan were immediate and pointed, with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong calling the test “destabilising”. Commentators were quick to link the test to a new defence pact between Australia and Fiji, signed earlier that day. On this view , the test was intended as an intimidating reminder that Beijing’s missiles can reach throughout the Pacific. Routine testing? Every nuclear power that operates strategic ballistic missiles, be they submarine-launched or land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles, periodically test-fires unarmed…

Chinese doomsday nuclear sub fires ballistic missile in show of force ahead of NATO meeting China fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile from a doomsday submarine on Monday in a show of force just as its neighbors were signing a defense pact and ahead of a NATO summit.

What to know about China's rare ballistic missile test and why it ... What to know about China's rare ballistic missile test and why it raises concerns By By HUIZHONG WU, Associated Press Tuesday, Jul 7, 2026 3:12 AM In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) × In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) BANGKOK (AP) — China's navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from a nuclear-powered submarine — a move that experts said showed Beijing's increasing skill and capability as part of its nuclear deterrence strategy. The move also drew protests from the U.S. as well as countries in Asia and the Pacific. It was the second time China had fired a ballistic missile into international waters in recent years. While it gave some countries in the region prior notice, some said it was not e…

In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) By Associated Press PUBLISHED: July 7, 2026 at 10:23 AM EDT | UPDATED: July 7, 2026 at 10:31 AM EDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By HUIZHONG WU BANGKOK (AP) — China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from a nuclear-powered submarine — a move that experts said showed Beijing’s increasing skill and capability as part of its nuclear deterrence strategy. The move also drew protests from the U.S. as well as countries in Asia and the Pacific. It was the second time China had fired a ballistic missile into international waters in recent years. While it gave some countries in the region prior notice, some said it was not enough notice, and experts say the launch exacerbates tensions around increasing militarization in Asia. Here’s what we know, and what we don’t, about the missile launch. In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Ch…

China test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific China’s navy has test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific BANGKOK --China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific, a rare act that drew protests and concern from countries in the region. The missile carried a dummy warhead, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two years ago,firing an intercontinental ballistic missilewith a dummy warhead, the first since 1980. The 2024 launch mirrored the testing the United States conducts for its own ballistic missile fleet, which experts viewed as an assertion of China’s growing superpower status. Monday's launch, at 12:01 p.m. local time, was part of routine annual training, complied with international law and practice and was not directed against any country or target, according to a short statement from Xinhua, which was reposted by the Ministry of Defense. Beijing's militarization has drawn concerns, and Australia, Japan and New Zealand criticized the launch. Th…

China tests long-range ballistic missile in the Pacific, angering neighbours NEW YORK &mdash; China test-fired a long-range ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, the first such launch in almost two years, prompting alarmed countries to criticise the move as destabilising.

Nuclear-powered PLA submarine fires test missile in the Pacific A nuclear-powered submarine of the People’s Liberation Army fired a test missile on the high seas in the Pacific on Monday, according to state media. The missile was fired at 12.01pm, state news agency Xinhua said. It added that it was a routine test and was not aimed at any specific country or target. It said that relevant countries had been notified ahead of time. More to follow …

US says China gave only hours’ warning before Pacific submarine missile launch Washington criticised China on Wednesday for providing only a few hours’ notice ahead of its launch of a submarine-fired ballistic missile into the Pacific, saying Beijing’s actions fell short of standards followed by other major nuclear powers. The US State Department said China failed to provide sufficient information ahead of Sunday’s test, which it said took place amid Beijing’s “rapid and opaque nuclear weapons build-up”. “We monitored China’s submarine-launched ballistic missile test on...

US Voices Alarm After China Missile Test Signals ... - IBTimes India The United States on Monday expressed concern over China's expanding nuclear programme after Beijing test-fired a long-range ballistic missile carrying a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean, in a rare launch that analysts said showcased China's growing sea-based nuclear reach while signalling its military posture toward regional rivals, including Japan and Taiwan. While India has also conducted submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) tests in recent years, those launches have largely been confined to designated test areas in the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean as part of validating its second-strike nuclear deterrent. The launch, conducted from a nuclear-powered submarine, marked China's second known intercontinental-range missile test over international waters in less than two years, following a similar launch in September 2024. Unlike India's recent K-4 SLBM trials from the indigenous INS Arighaat, which were carried out within notified test corridors after standard navigation warnings, China's latest launch into the South Pacific drew diplomatic responses from Japan, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand and t…

China conducts rare long-range missile test, rattling U.S. allies Share Add NBC News to Google July 6, 2026, 5:55 AM EDT By Jennifer Jett HONG KONG — China test-fired a long-range ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, state media reported, drawing criticism from U.S. allies concerned about Beijing’s intensifying military activity in the region. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The missile, which was carrying a dummy warhead, was launched from a nuclear-powered submarine at 12:01 p.m. local time (12:01 a.m. ET), according to Xinhua , China’s state-run news agency. It “landed precisely within the designated waters,” the agency said, without providing details on the location or exact type of projectile. It was China’s first such test since 2024 , when it fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific for the first time in more than four decades. The People’s Liberation Army Navy said the launch was a routine part of annual training and that it was not directed at any specific country or target, Xinhua said. It was also in line with international law and practice and relevant countries were…

China successfully test-fires missile into Pacific Ocean as joint naval drills with Russia begin A New Zealand government source said China had alerted them about an upcoming intercontinental ballistic missile test.

China test-launches a ballistic missile in a South Pacific nuclear-free zone The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according the official Xinhua News Agency.

China's ballistic missile test in Pacific nuclear-free zone causes ... China on Monday urged Indo-Pacific nations to “not overinterpret” its test of a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine, a rare launch that triggered alarm across the region. Australia , New Zealand , Japan, and Papua New Guinea immediately criticised China for the test. The missile was launched at 12.01pm on Monday, carrying a dummy warhead, the Chinese navy said in a statement. A submarine “launched a strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead towards relevant high seas of the Pacific Ocean, which landed precisely within the designated waters,” Senior Captain Wang Xuemeng, a spokesperson for the navy, said. “This test launch was a routine part of China’s annual military training schedule,” he added, noting that “relevant nations” had been informed in advance. “The operation was in accordance with international law and practice, targeting no specific country or objective.” The missile test was China ’s first such in the Pacific Ocean in two years. open image in gallery The submarine-launched JL-3 intercontinental ballistic missile is seen during a military parade marking the 80th annivers…

China test-fires nuclear-capable missile from submarine into Pacific China conducts a submarine-launched ballistic missile test on Monday, firing a nuclear-capable missile into the Pacific Ocean.

What does China’s submarine missile test mean for its nuclear triad expansion? China’s rare launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the deep Pacific sent a strategic signal to the United States and regional neighbours, particularly Japan, amid concerns about Beijing’s military expansion. Monday’s test is also likely to reinforce calls in Washington and among US allies for greater defence investment and closer security coordination as regional tensions continue to rise, according to analysts. What happened during China’s submarine-launched...

China's Ballistic Missile Test Sparks Backlash From New Zealand ... China set off alarm bells across the Pacific this week after test firing a submarine launched ballistic missile, a move that drew swift pushback from New Zealand, Australia and Japan, all of whom described the test as a threat to regional stability. According to CNN, a submarine belonging to China 's People's Liberation Army Navy launched a strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean on Monday. Senior Capt. Wang Xuemeng, a spokesperson for the navy, said the missile landed exactly where intended within designated waters. Breaking It Down How does India's missile defense compare to China's capabilities? What is India's current nuclear arsenal status? What recent missile tests has North Korea conducted? Created with AI. Wang described the launch as nothing out of the ordinary, telling reporters it was part of China's regular annual military training calendar. He also said other countries had been given advance notice before the test took place. "The operation was in accordance with international law and practice, targeting no specific country or objective," Wang claimed. The Missiles Behind the…

China's Submarine-launched Ballistic Missile Test Was a Message to the ... On July 6, Chinafired offa submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) carrying a training warhead from a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean. This marked China’s second intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch into the Pacific region, following the PLA Rocket Force’s test of a land-based ICBM in 2024. As in 2024, Beijing did not publicly disclose detailed information about the operation. The submarine’s location, the missile type, and the missile’s flight path all remain unknown. This lack of transparency makes it difficult for outside observers to assess the current development of the PLA’s nuclear strike capabilities. Although the details of the PLA’s missile launch remain unclear, Beijing did notify selected countries in advance, thereby offering clues about the intent behind the launch. Before the SLBM was fired, China informed countries including Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea (PNG), and Japan through diplomatic channels – although several of the notified governments said they had been informedmere hoursin advance. On the same day a…

China Test Fires Missile in the Pacific for the First Time Since 2024 China’s firing of a submarine-launched missile came as Australia secured more defense deals with Pacific Island nations. Countries expressed concern about the test.

China test-launches a ballistic missile in a South Pacific nuclear-free zone By: Huizhong Wu And Charlotte Graham-mclay, The Associated Press Posted: 12:23 AM CDT Monday, Jul. 6, 2026 Last Modified: 1:55 AM CDT Monday, Jul. 6, 2026 Advertisement Advertise with us Tweet Share Print Email Read Later BANGKOK (AP) — China’s military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific in a rare move that drew protest and concerns from countries in the region. Read this article for free: or Already have an account? Log in here » We need your support! Local journalism needs your support! As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are working harder than ever to bring you the latest local updates to keep you safe and informed. Now, more than ever, we need your support. Starting at $15.99 plus taxes every four weeks you can access your Brandon Sun online and full access to all content as it appears on our website. Subscribe Now or call circulation directly at (204) 727-0527. Your pledge helps to ensure we provide the news that matters most to your community! To continue reading, please subscribe: Add Brandon Su…

What to Know About China's Rare Ballistic Missile Test and Why It ... Share Facebook WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) BANGKOK (AP) — China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from a nuclear-powered submarine — a move that experts said showed Beijing’s increasing skill and capability as part of its nuclear deterrence strategy. Join our WhatsApp group Subscribe to our Daily Roundup Email The move also drew protests from the U.S. as well as countries in Asia and the Pacific. It was the second time China had fired a ballistic missile into international waters in recent years. While it gave some countries in the region prior notice, some said it was not enough notice, and experts say the launch exacerbates tensions around increasing militarization in Asia. Here’s what we know, and what we don’t, about the missile launch. Experts think it could be a JL-2 or a JL-3 ballistic missile China announced the missile test publicly on Mond…

China has confirmed it has test launched a strategic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean. Chinese state media said the test was a missile topped with a dummy warhead in "designated waters" as part of a routine arrangement of annual military training. Australia had been informed of the missile test ahead of time, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said. She said China's plan to test-fire a missile in the Pacific underscores the need for nations in the region to work together to determine their own futures. "Australia has been clear with China that we regard this as destabilising to the region," the foreign minister told reporters in Suva. "This proposed test, is in the context of a rapid military build up by China, which is lacking in the transparency and reassurance as to intent that the region expects." It follows the landmark Ocean of Peace alliance struck between Australia and Fiji on Monday, which includes mutual-defence obligations. The treaty is also open to other Pacific nations joining, and comes amid a push by Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale for a region-wide pact. It is Fiji's first alliance and comes off the back of a number of security agreements …

China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns The launch, using a dummy warhead, took place the same day Australia and Fiji signed a mutual defense treaty meant to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific.

China test-launches ballistic missile from a submarine in the South Pacific On July 6 China carried out long-rage ballistic missile tests in the South Pacific

Analysis: China's ballistic missile launch was a message for the US In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) Chinese military vehicles carrying JL-3 submarine-launched missiles on armoured vehicles take part in a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Japan’s World War II surrender held in front of Tiananmen Gate in Beijing, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) Spectators wave Chinese flags as military vehicles carrying JL-2 submarine-launched missiles roll during a parade to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the founding of Communist China in Beijing, Oct. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File) Yhis photo released by Xinhua News Agency, shows a test of a long-range ballistic missile launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Li Xiangchao/Xinhua via AP) BANGKOK (AP) — When Chinalaunched a ballistic missileinto the South Pacific Ocean on Monday, it was a rare test of a nuclear-capable weapons sys…

China missile test raises nuclear proliferation concerns US leads international concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments China last tested an intercontinental ballistic missile in 2024. PHOTO: AFP Published Jul 07, 2026, 09:10 AM Updated Jul 07, 2026, 11:29 AM Set as preferred source Listen Summarise China test-fired a JL-2 missile into the Pacific, raising concerns about its growing nuclear and military capabilities. The US, Australia and regional countries condemned the test as destabilising and provocative, calling for arms control talks with China. China defended the launch as routine military training, while strategic moves in the Pacific reflect ongoing power struggles involving China and US allies. AI generated WASHINGTON - The United States and Australia voiced alarm on July 6 over Beijing’s nuclear programme after China test-fired a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean, the latest move in its rapid military modernisation. The test came two years after China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the waters near French Polynesia, in what had been the first launch of such a missile over intern…

China's ballistic missile launch was a message for the US China has launched a ballistic missile into the South Pacific, drawing international criticism from many countries in the region BANGKOK --When Chinalaunched a ballistic missileinto the South Pacific Ocean on Monday, it was a rare test of a nuclear-capable weapons system that drew international rebuke. Arriving two years after a similar missile launch in international waters in the Pacific, the test by the People's Liberation Army caught the attention of small island nations whose leaders have increasingly urged bigger countries to stop using the vast oceanic region for power struggles. But Beijing's message was largely for just one country, experts say: the United States. “The most important message is the PLA is becoming a powerful military with a very strong strategic nuclear capability,” said Tong Zhao, a senior fellow with the Nuclear Policy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a think tank. The test, launched from a nuclear-powered submarine, was a demonstration of the sea-based leg of China's nuclear triad capability, which refers to the ability to have land, sea, and air-based nuclear syste…

China conducts long-range ballistic missile test in South Pacific China said it test-launched a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific on Monday, after countries in the region reported having been warned of an imminent test.

Why China's first submarine missile test in 43 years is ringing nuclear alarm bells China launched a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, marking its first known submarine-launched ballistic missile test since 1982. The launch showcased the operational readiness of China's sea-based nuclear force, which forms one leg of the country's nuclear triad alongside land-based missiles and air-delivered nuclear weapons.

China tests long-range missile in Pacific in move Australia condemns as ‘destabilising to region’ <p>Australian government confirms it was informed by China of its intent to conduct the test on Monday </p><p>China has conducted a long-range missile test in the Pacific, in a move the Australian government has condemned as “destabilising to the region”.</p><p>A ⁠test missile topped with ‌a ‌dummy warhead landed ‌in “designated waters” of the Pacific, China’s state news agency Xinhua ‌reported on Monday. The missile test was a “routine arrangement” of China’s annual ⁠military training, with prior notification to relevant countries, Xinhua said.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/06/china-missile-test-south-pacific">Continue reading...</a>

US, allies rattled after China's missile test - why the launch set off alarm bells China's recent submarine missile test in the Pacific drew sharp reactions from the United States and regional nations. The United States accused Beijing of rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal and urged arms control talks. Several Indo-Pacific countries, including the Philippines and Taiwan, described the launch as destabilizing and provocative. Analysts view the test as a significant milestone in China's growing sea-based nuclear deterrent capability.

World Alert July 6, 2:33 p.m. EDT China test-fires long-range missile into Pacific, rattling U.S. allies The unprecedented test of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile highlights Beijing’s growing force in the region.

Japan Test-Fires New Ballistic Missile for Island... | MDAA Missile Defense News Japan Test-Fires New Ballistic Missile for Island Defense in Pacific February 10, 2025 Newsweek apan has test-launched a domestically developed ballistic missile in the United States, Tokyo said, amid the threats posed by China and North Korea. The Chinese military and North Korea’s embassy in Beijing did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Newsweek has also emailed the Pentagon for comment. Why It Matters Japan, which consists of 14,125 islands in the Western Pacific Ocean, is enhancing its standoff defense capabilities to intercept and eliminate any invading forces “at a distance and at an early stage.” While China has increased its number of medium-range ballistic missiles that are capable of striking American military bases in Japan, North Korea continues to develop nuclear-armed missiles, which are frequently launched toward waters near Japan during tests. What To Know The Japanese Defense Ministry on Friday revealed the development progress of the Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile, announcing the standoff missile—which is intended for use in defending the nation’s many islands—took …

China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific | AP News Sailors march past the insignia for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA)'s naval submarine academy during a tour arranged for foreign journalists a day before the opening of the West Pacific Naval Symposium in Qingdao in eastern China’s Shandong province, Sunday, April 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File) BANGKOK (AP) — China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific, a rare act that drew protests and concern from countries in the region and the United States. The missile carried a dummy warhead, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two years ago,firing an intercontinental ballistic missilewith a dummy warhead, the first since 1980. The 2024 launch mirrored the testing the United States conducts for its own ballistic missile fleet, which experts viewed as an assertion of China’s growing superpower status. Monday’s launch, at 12:01 p.m. local time, was part of routine annual training, complied with international law and practice and was not directed against any country …

China says test fired missile in Pacific Ocean A Chinese submarine test fired a missile in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, Beijing said, after nations in the region warned that China was planning to test an intercontinental ballistic missile.It was a rare show of Beijing’s military might in the strategically important South Pacific region, where the United States, Australia and New Zealand have long been the security partners of choice.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The launch drew immediate condemnation from nations in region, including Japan, which said it had urged China to reconsider proceeding with the launch.“At 12:01 pm on July 6, a strategic nuclear submarine of China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a... strategic missile carrying a training simulation warhead into the relevant high seas of the Pacific Ocean, accurately landing in the designated sea area,” spokesperson Wang Xuemeng said in a statement posted on a Chinese navy WeChat account.“This missile

Japan Test-Fires New Ballistic Missile for Island Defense in Pacific ... ... By Ryan Chan China News Reporter 0 Share Newsweek is a Trust Project member See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Japan has test-launched a domestically developed ballistic missile in the United States, Tokyo said, amid the threats posed by China and North Korea. The Chinese military and North Korea 's embassy in Beijing did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Newsweek has also emailed the Pentagon for comment. Why It Matters Japan , which consists of 14,125 islands in the Western Pacific Ocean , is enhancing its standoff defense capabilities to intercept and eliminate any invading forces "at a distance and at an early stage." Read More on World While China has increased its number of medium-range ballistic missiles that are capable of striking American military bases in Japan, North Korea continues to develop nuclear-armed missiles, which are frequently launched toward waters near Japan during tests. What To Know The Japanese Defense Ministry on Friday revealed the development progress of the Hyper Vel…

China’s JL missile family: The submarine-launched nukes designed to reach US China has successfully test-fired a ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the western Pacific, highlighting its growing sea-based nuclear deterrent. This development underscores the evolution of Beijing's 'Giant Wave' missile program, from the limited-range JL-1 to the intercontinental JL-3. The new missile significantly enhances China's second-strike capability, allowing submarines to strike distant targets from safer waters.

China test-launches ballistic missile from sub in South Pacific ... Bangkok — China's military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific, drawing protest and concern from countries in the region. The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two years ago, firing an intercontinental ballistic missile with a dummy warhead. That previous launch in international waters was the first in decades, since 1980. Monday's launch was part of routine annual training, complied with international law and practice, and was not directed against any country or target, according to a short statement from Xinhua, which was reposted by the Ministry of Defense. The 2024 launch mirrored testing that the United States does for its own ballistic missile fleet, and experts viewed it at the time as an assertion of China's growing superpower status. Monday's test came on the same day China and Russia launched annual joint naval exercises off the Chinese coast, French news agency AFP reported. The "Joint Sea-2026" exer…

China has confirmed it has test launched a strategic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean. Chinese state media said the test was a missile topped with a dummy warhead in "designated waters" as part of a routine arrangement of annual military training. Australia had been informed of the missile test ahead of time, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said. She said China's plan to test-fire a missile in the Pacific underscores the need for nations in the region to work together to determine their own futures. "Australia has been clear with China that we regard this as destabilising to the region," the foreign minister told reporters in Suva. "This proposed test, is in the context of a rapid military build up by China, which is lacking in the transparency and reassurance as to intent that the region expects." It follows the landmark Ocean of Peace alliance struck between Australia and Fiji on Monday, which includes mutual-defence obligations. The treaty is also open to other Pacific nations joining, and comes amid a push by Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale for a region-wide pact. It is Fiji's first alliance and comes off the back of a number of security agreements …

China says test fired missile in Pacific Ocean <p>A Chinese submarine test fired a missile in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, Beijing said, after nations in the region warned that China was planning to test an intercontinental ballistic missile.</p> <p>It was a rare show of Beijing’s military might in the strategically important South Pacific region, where the US, Australia and New Zealand have long been the security partners of choice.</p> <p>The launch drew immediate condemnation from nations in the region, including Japan, which said it had urged China to reconsider proceeding with the launch.</p> <p>“At 12:01 pm on July 6, a strategic nuclear submarine of China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a … strategic missile carrying a training simulation warhead into the relevant high seas of the Pacific Ocean, accurately landing in the designated sea area,” spokesperson Wang Xuemeng said in a statement posted on a Chinese navy WeChat account.</p> <p>“This missile test launch is a routine arrangement of China’s annual military training, and relevant countries were informed in advance,” Wang said.</p> <p>The launch came on the same day that China and Russia were due to…

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China to test nuclear-capable missile in South Pacific within 24 hours https://www.andrewerickson.com/2020/11/the-china-anti-ship-ballistic-missile-asbm-bookshelf-3/ China to test nuclear-capable missile in South Pacific within 24 hours China x Japan military clash before 2027 Share Add us on Google by Estefano Gomez Jul. 6, 2026 China is reportedly set to conduct a test of a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the South Pacific within the next 24 hours, according to Australian media. This test is part of the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force’s routine annual training exercises and involves a Dong Feng-31AG variant. Despite China’s assertions that the test complies with international law and is not aimed at any specific country, the action has raised concerns among regional nations including Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Island nations due to its location within the South Pacific Nuclear-Free Zone. The test, which is the second full-range ICBM launch over international waters in 44 years, is intended to demonstrate delivery accuracy and systems validation rather than immediate military escalation. Advertisement Key Takeaways Markets suggest that th…