After China's test launch of a submarine-launched strategic missile

Russia responds:

Russian President's Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov stated to the media regarding China's nuclear-powered submarine test-firing a strategic missile in the Pacific Ocean: "We consider conducting missile tests and advancing national defense construction to be China's sovereign right. China poses no threat to any country in the region or to any party globally. China is an important ally and strategic partner of ours."

Peskov’s statement is fully accurate (as confirmed at the Kremlin press conference on July 6)

The original transcripts from TASS, RT Russia, and Phoenix TV correspond closely with both the recorded remarks and Peskov’s actual statements.

This official stance from Moscow explicitly acknowledges the legality and legitimacy of China’s missile testing, directly refuting potential accusations of “threat” or “unilateral alteration of the status quo,” thereby providing legal and moral support for China’s actions.

Russia’s statement firmly rejects the “China threat theory.” By specifically emphasizing that “China does not pose a threat to any party,” it effectively serves as an international defense of China, aiming to reduce regional tensions—particularly calming reactions from neighboring countries and major powers such as the United States.

Highlighting “ally and strategic partner.” This is the core strategic message. Reinforcing the exceptional nature of bilateral relations at this moment serves two purposes: first, to demonstrate to the international community the high level of mutual trust between Russia and China, implying Russia was aware of or understood this action; second, to counterbalance Western pressure, underscoring their “back-to-back” cooperation in security and strategic domains.

Overall, this statement is more than diplomatic rhetoric—it represents a significant strategic alignment. By elevating a technical military action to the levels of “sovereignty” and “partnership,” it not only disassociates Russia from any responsibility but also ensures complete political and strategic consistency with its strategic partner.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1870023784999040/

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