First the coast guard, then an ICBM: China tests new, long-term ways to hold off rivals in Asia

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China tested new military deterrence methods including coast guard and ICBM capabilities aimed at securing territorial claims in Asia. Experts view these trials as part of long-term strategic efforts to deter regional rivals.

Experts say Beijing used both methods to try out new, attention-grabbing and long-term ways to deter others from challenging its territorial claims.