China to test nuclear-capable weapon in south pacific (australia) — SMH
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China to test nuclear-capable weapon in south pacific

China plans to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile in the South Pacific within 24 hours. The announcement follows Australia's new defense alliance with Fiji, emphasizing regional tensions. This test comes after China's September 2024 intercontinental ballistic missile launch, marking a significant military assertion.

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Published 06 Jul 2026, 04:18 UTC · Updated 06 Jul 2026, 04:20 UTC

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