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China preparing South Pacific missile test, Australian media report

Reuters reports China is preparing a ballistic missile test in the South Pacific, prompting regional concerns. The launch would follow last year's DF-41 splashdown near French Polynesia. Australian intelligence tracks PLARF and PLAN maritime range activities. Test signals Beijing's continued long-range strike posture demonstrations.

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