PLA Rocket Force launches ICBM to high seas in Pacific Ocean

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) carrying a dummy warhead to the high seas in the Pacific Ocean at 08:44 am on Wednesday, and the missile fell into expected sea areas, the Chinese Defense Ministry announced in a press release on Wednesday.

The Chinese Defense Ministry said the test launch is a routine arrangement and part of China's annual training plan. 

The test is in line with international law and international practice and is not directed against any country or target, the ministry said.