The Chinese Navy Successfully Conducts Submarine-Launched Strategic Missile Test Fire

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 6 (Yu Xiaoqian, Sun Fei) At 12:01 on July 6, a strategic nuclear submarine of the People's Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a submarine-launched strategic missile carrying a training simulation warhead into the relevant high seas of the Pacific, accurately landing in the designated maritime area. This missile test launch is a routine arrangement of China's annual military training, which has been communicated in advance to relevant countries, complies with international law and international practices, and does not target any specific country or objective.

Classification
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Weapons & Equipment / Military Operations
Subcategory
Missile Usage
SALUTE Report
Size
1 submarine
Activity
successfully launched a submarine-launched strategic missile
Location
Pacific Ocean
Unit
People's Liberation Army Navy
Time
July 6, 12:01
Equipment
submarine-launched strategic missile
Summary

On July 6 at 12:01, a strategic nuclear submarine of the People's Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a submarine-launched strategic missile in the Pacific Ocean. The missile carried a training simulation warhead and accurately landed in the designated area. This test is part of China's routine military training and was previously communicated to relevant nations, adhering to international law.

Key Facts
  • A strategic nuclear submarine of the People's Liberation Army Navy successfully launched a submarine-launched strategic missile.
  • The missile was equipped with a training simulation warhead.
  • The launch occurred in the Pacific Ocean at 12:01 on July 6.
  • This missile test is part of China's annual military training and was communicated to relevant countries in advance.
  • The test complies with international law and does not target any specific country.