China Launches Nuclear Capable Ballistic Missile into Pacific Ocean

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07/06/2026 07:00 PM EDT

Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Spokesperson

The United States monitored China’s test launch from a submarine of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile, which landed in the southern Pacific Ocean.

At a time when the United States is working harder than ever to prevent nuclear proliferation, China is doing the opposite. Beijing’s rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern to the region and the world. We continue to urge China to engage in meaningful arms control discussions and commit to a regularized notification arrangement for all intercontinental-range ballistic missile and space launches consistent with commitments made by all other P5 members.

The United States remains steadfast in our defense commitments to our allies and partners.


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