China Tests Long-Range Missile from Submarine in Pacific Ocean

Why it matters locally: California, with its extensive Pacific coastline and significant military installations, has a strategic interest in maritime security and stability in the Pacific Ocean.

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BEIJING — China's military conducted a missile test launch from a nuclear submarine on Monday, according to state media reports. The missile traveled into the Pacific Ocean. Following the test, allies of the United States in the region voiced criticism. These nations expressed concerns about the perceived increase in Beijing's military activities.