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China Conducts First Publicized ICBM Test in Decades

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  • #Missiles
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China Conducts First Publicized ICBM Test in Decades
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SEP 2024
Above: On Aug. 4, 2022, the Peoples Liberation Army's Eastern Theater Command rocket force launches a missile to target maritime areas east of Taiwan Island. Image copyright: Wang Yi/Xinhua News Agency via Getty Images
story last updated SEP 2024

The Spin

Anti-China narrative

China launched an ICBM on Wednesday, just as world leaders convened in New York for the UN General Assembly. It was a blatant demonstration of China's military strength as it works to expand its nuclear arsenal. Beijing is displaying to the world that it can launch strategic weapons against any country. However, Washington and its allies will not succumb to intimidation.

The Edge Malaysia

Pro-China narrative

China has every right to test ICBMs. China has been transparent about its nuclear arsenal buildup, which requires testing to ensure its functionality. The launch was part of a military drill in which the PLA evaluated munitions and personnel readiness. The ICBM launch was in accordance with international law, and China announced the test well in advance. If anything, this demonstrates Beijing's strengthening military correspondence with other nations.

TASS

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