China's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test into the Pacific, described by its defense ministry as a "routine" exercise, raises alarms among its neighbors amidst escalating nuclear tensions.
The last known instance of China launching an ICBM into the Pacific was in May 1980, making this a significant event given the current geopolitical context.
An analyst pointed out that test fires have not occurred outside Chinese airspace for years, signifying a shift and raising concerns among the international community.
Experts state that China's nuclear arsenal, projected to exceed 1,000 operational warheads by 2030, is expanding at a pace unmatched by any other nation.
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