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‘Most concerning, most unhelpful and most unacceptable’ - Winston Peters blasts China missile test and ‘disgrace’ of India FTA confusion

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Sky News Australia
· Jul 7, 2026
‘Show of strength’: Australia raises concern over China testing nuclear-capable missile
Former Liberal senator Hollie Hughes reacts to Foreign Minister Penny Wong stating China’s ballistic missile test is “destabilising” for the region. “That was just an absolute word salad that I don’t think meant anything at all,” Ms Hughes told Sky News host James Macpherson. “We have opened the front door to China … this is definitely a show of strength. “It’s a demonstration that their missiles can hit anywhere in Australia.”
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 10, 2026
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
RedState
· Jul 12, 2026
FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response
FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response
9 News Australia
· Jul 6, 2026
China launches nuclear-capable test missile into Pacific Ocean | 9 News Australia
China has test-launched a nuclear-capable missile in the South Pacific hours after Australia signed a new major defence deal to ward off Beijing’s influence in the region. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU
The Jerusalem Post
· Jul 8, 2026
US says China gave only hours' notice before submarine missile test
The test occurred amid China’s rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup and is of great concern to the region, the official added.
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 10, 2026
Why China’s Submarine Missile Test Matters for Its Nuclear Deterrent?
China’s successful submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the southern Pacific this week was more than a routine military exercise. It provided Beijing with a rare opportunity to validate one of the most sensitive aspects of its nuclear deterrent its ability to command, communicate with and potentially deploy nuclear-armed submarines while remaining undetected. The test, carried [] The post Why China’s Submarine Missile Test Matters for Its Nuclear Deterrent? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
The Week
· Jul 10, 2026
The Week Unwrapped: What’s behind China’s latest missile tests?
The Week Unwrapped: What’s behind China’s latest missile tests?
Washington Examiner
· Jul 9, 2026
China’s missile warning demands a stronger defense budget
China’s navy this week test-fired a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the South Pacific, alarming U.S. allies across the region. The launch, China’s second major open-ocean ballistic missile test in less than two years, was described by U.S. officials as a “great concern to the region and the world.” But our nation’s []
BRICS News
· Jul 7, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇨🇳 United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic [...]
JUST IN: United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic missile test.@BRICSNews
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 7, 2026
AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik
WASHINGTON: Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Australian menyuarakan kebimbangan terhadap program nuklear China selepas Beijing melancarkan ujian kepala peledak tiruan ke Lautan Pasifik, yang dilihat sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha mempercepat pemodenan ketenteraannya. Ujian itu dilakukan dua tahun selepas China melancarkan peluru berpandu balistik antara benua (ICBM) ke perairan berhampiran Polinesia Perancis, merupakan pelancaran pertama seumpamanya merentasi ... Read more The post AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Tampa Free Press
· Jul 7, 2026
Pacific Flashpoint: China’s Deep-Ocean Missile Test Triggers Global Backlash
A Chinese submarine test-fired an unarmed, long-range ballistic missile carrying a dummy warhead into the southern Pacific Ocean on Monday, sparking immediate and widespread condemnation from the United States and several Pacific nations. The United States military tracked the launch of the intercontinental-range weapon, which comes amid heightened international scrutiny over Beijing’s expanding military capabilities. [] Pacific Flashpoint: China’s Deep-Ocean Missile Test Triggers Global Backlash
Arise News
· Jul 6, 2026
China’s Pacific Missile Test Sparks Regional Security Concerns As Australia, New Zealand, Japan React
China's missile test in the Pacific has heightened regional security concerns, drawing criticism from Australia, New Zealand and Japan.
Focus Taiwan
· Jul 6, 2026
Taiwan joins Japan, Australia, New Zealand in condemning China test
Taipei, July 6 (CNA) Taiwan on Monday condemned China's latest submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific Ocean, calling it an attempt to intimidate the international community and further destabilize regional security.
DawnNews English
· Jul 10, 2026
China Successfully Tests Sea-Based Rocket Booster Recovery System | Dawn News English
China on Friday successfully tested an experimental rocket retrieval system using a net attached to a sea platform, state media reported, in the hopes of breaking US dominance in reusable rockets. #china #rocket #rocketboosterrecoverysystem #tests ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
South China Morning Post
· Jul 12, 2026
Beijing renews attacks on landmark South China Sea tribunal on ruling’s 10th anniversary
Beijing has denounced a “thoroughly illegal” international tribunal that ruled against its expansive claims in the South China Sea, with a senior diplomat describing it as a “thorn” in the side of its relationship with the Philippines on the 10th anniversary of the decision. In an article published in People’s Daily on Sunday, Jing Quan, the ambassador to the Philippines, said clearing its “lingering toxic legacy” was a matter of the utmost urgency. “The most important task for Manila today is...
Drudge Report
· Jun 24, 2026
Bejing Luring World to Yuan and Hobbling Sanctions...
Bejing Luring World to Yuan and Hobbling Sanctions... (First column, 2nd story, link) Related stories:China Makes New US Warship Target for Missile Tests...Communist supercomputer outpaces American rivals...
The West Australian
· Jul 6, 2026
Chinese nuclear missile tests 'destabilising' Pacific
Chinese missile testing that happened just hours after a major defence alliance was inked between Australia and Fiji has sparked concerns from senior ministers.
Egypt Independent
· Jul 6, 2026
China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test, angering Pacific neighbors
China on Monday conducted a rare test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile in the Pacific Ocean, sparking criticism from New Zealand and Australia for actions that they said threatened peace and stability in the region. A People’s Liberation Army Navy submarine “launched a strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead toward relevant high seas of the The post China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test, angering Pacific neighbors appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Brisbane Times
· Jul 6, 2026
Beijing’s missile flex sends its Pacific neighbours an unmistakeable warning
China’s testing of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific Ocean generated a splash that no one heard, but every country in the region felt.
POLITICO
· Jun 29, 2026
Warum die VW-Krise nicht nur aus China kommt
Präsentiert von Ørsted.
The New Zealand Herald
· Jul 6, 2026
Former defence minister lauds ‘staunch’ Winston Peters’ message to China on Pacific missile test
Former defence minister lauds ‘staunch’ Winston Peters’ message to China on Pacific missile test
The Economic Times
· Jul 6, 2026
China's missile test has a loud & clear message
China's missile test has a loud & clear message
India News Network
· Jul 6, 2026
China Conducts Submarine Missile Test, Sparking Regional Concerns
China's ballistic missile test from a submarine in the Pacific has drawn backlash from Australia, Japan, and New Zealand, raising security alarms.
Financial Times
· Jul 6, 2026
China fires ballistic missile into Pacific nuclear-free zone
Submarine-launched projectile carrying dummy warhead draws condemnation from Japan, Australia and New Zealand
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