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Analysis-missile test showcases sensitive Chinese submarine capabilities key to nuclear deterrent
By Greg Torode HONG KONG, July 10 (Reuters) - China's submarine-fired ballistic missile test into the southern Pacific on Monday gave its military leadership an opportunity to examine some of the most complex and sensitive operations of its evolving nuclear deterrent,
China's rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the Pacific Ocean drew sharp rebukes from Australia and Japan ahead of NATO's Ankara summit.
Some countries in the region were quick to criticize the launch, which China sought to play down.
China's rare launch of a ballistic missile launch into the Pacific will push regional powers to deepen their defense ties.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning. The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's test launch of a strategic missile by a submarine was a routine military training
