Pacific Islands demand notice for Chinese missile tests

The Pacific Islands Forum called for 24-hour notice before missile tests. China's submarine missile flew over several nations with little warning.

Why it mattersRegional security concerns grow when major powers test weapons over populated areas. They do this without warning the nations affected.

AustraliaAustralia, through PM Albanese, backed the Pacific Islands' formal complaint, reinforcing Australia's alignment with regional partners on security.

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