China says advanced nuclear submarine test-fires missile.
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OriginalSourceThe Japan TimesJapanLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:59 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe Japan TimesJapanLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:59 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“China reveals advanced nuclear sub was used to test-fire missile”
China used its third-generation Changzheng nuclear submarines to test-launch a submarine-launched strategic missile in the Pacific.
Key points
- China used its most advanced nuclear submarines for an ICBM test-fire.
- The Changzheng series is described as now reaching the third generation.
- The test launch demonstrated the sea-based leg of China’s nuclear triad.
- Xinhua reported the event in a WeChat post on Saturday.
- The July test drew criticism from Japan and Australia.
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“China Reveals Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire Missile”
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“China reveals advanced nuclear sub was used to test fire missile”
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