# China Ministry of National Defense
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Pacific Tensions Flare as Beijing Condemns Deployment of U.S. 'Typhon' Missile System in Japan
China has expressed firm opposition to the planned deployment of the U.S. Typhon mid-range missile system in Japan, viewing it as an offensive threat that could trigger a regional arms race. The system, which can reach most of mainland China, is seen as a strategic escalation that shifts the military balance in the Indo-Pacific.
Beijing Warns of 'Annihilation' After Reports Taiwan Might Forward-Deploy HIMARS and Consider Pre‑Emptive Strikes
China’s defence ministry rejected Taiwanese proposals to forward‑deploy HIMARS rocket systems and entertain pre‑emptive strikes, warning any attempt to provoke conflict would be met with annihilation. The exchange deepens cross‑Strait tensions, highlighting the risks of forward deployments, tight decision timelines, and potential miscalculation with the United States watching closely.