China Conducts Submarine Missile Test in South Pacific Amid Regional Tensions
A Chinese submarine launched a long-range ballistic missile near Tuvalu, sparking reactions linked to a new Australia-Fiji defense pact.
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A Chinese submarine launched a long-range ballistic missile near Tuvalu, sparking reactions linked to a new Australia-Fiji defense pact.
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Victor Gao of the Center for China and Globalisation cautions Australia against acquiring nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS, highlighting China's nuclear capabilities.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 9:58 AM
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China's recent submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile test in the South Pacific has drawn criticism from US allies, highlighting tensions over regional military capabilities.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 7, 2026, 1:03 PM
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China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military reach in the region.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:15 AM
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China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military capabilities in the region.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:04 AM
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China's launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares for its Ankara summit.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:21 PM
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China test-launched a ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the South Pacific, drawing concern from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Fiji amid new regional security developments.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 5:06 AM
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Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong criticizes Beijing's missile launch and announces support for the Philippine Coast Guard amid regional tensions.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 6:54 AM
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China conducted its first long-range missile test in two years, firing a JL-3 intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine, signaling a significant expansion of its nuclear capabilities.
ABC Australia News | Jul 9, 2026, 8:00 PM
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China’s recent test of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn condemnation from the US, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand amid concerns over nuclear proliferation and regional security.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 8:58 PM
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The U.S. State Department condemns China’s recent test launch of a nuclear-capable submarine missile as a sign of escalating arms buildup.
Washington Times News | Jul 7, 2026, 11:08 AM
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China’s missile launch into the South Pacific’s nuclear weapon-free zone has sparked regional alarm and calls for enhanced security cooperation.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 10:31 AM
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China's missile test sparks international concern amid rapid military modernization and nuclear buildup.
CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 4:06 AM
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China's rare missile test from a nuclear-powered submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares to address evolving security threats.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:40 PM
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The new alliance aims to strengthen regional security as China warns Australia against harming its interests in the Pacific.
ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:22 AM
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The vessel, potentially the world’s largest of its kind, signals China’s expanding capacity to sustain naval operations far from home amid regional tensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 9:21 AMbusiness
In response to recent Chinese military activities, Japan is seeking to enhance its defense capabilities to strengthen deterrence in East Asia.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 9:45 PMworld
The Royal Malaysian Navy’s first littoral combat ship, delayed for nearly a decade, will be delivered in December without the planned Naval Strike Missile system due to Norway revoking its export license.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:27 AM
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The recent Chinese missile test near the Solomon Islands has prompted Pacific leaders to reconsider their stance on China, with calls for stronger security partnerships to ensure regional stability.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 8:38 PM
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China conducted a ballistic missile test in the South Pacific on the same day Australia and Fiji signed a mutual defense treaty aimed at countering Chinese influence in the region.
NPR News | Jul 7, 2026, 5:33 AM
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The two nations conduct coordinated military drills featuring submarines and surface vessels, followed by a joint maritime patrol.
Daily Caller | Jul 7, 2026, 1:36 AM
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to strengthen cooperation on air defense, maritime security, and defense production ahead of a planned meeting with US President Donald Trump.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 6:20 PM
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to discuss enhanced support against Russian air defences and defence cooperation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 5:05 PM
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A pause in hostilities between Iran and the United States offers temporary relief for Gulf shipping and global oil markets amid ongoing tensions.
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