According to official information, the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force fired the missile into the international waters of the Pacific Ocean and accurately hit the target area.

“This launch was part of the annual military training program of the Rocket Force, effectively checking the performance of the war equipment and the level of training of the troops, reaching the expected targets,” the spokesman stated.

According to the military statement, China notified the relevant countries in advance.

The People’s Liberation Army of China recently celebrated its 97th anniversary focusing on modernization and achieving the goals set for its centenary in three years.

On the occasion of this anniversary, the president and top leader of the Central Military Commission, Xi Jinping, emphasized that at present “the connotation and extent of China’s border, maritime and air defense have undergone profound changes, the influencing factors are more complex”.

He called for adhering to the system concept, strengthening overall planning and improving the overall capability to defend the country and its borders.

The armed forces are undergoing a renewal and updating process as part of the military modernization program in honor of its centenary, which will be completed in three years.

ef/arm/oda/id