China Tests Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile in International Waters
China conducted a rare test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile into the South China Sea and international waters on July 6. The launch was reportedly preceded by notifications to some neighboring countries. While direct impact on Indonesia is considered limited, the event raises concerns about regional stability.
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