China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the South Pacific, prompting criticism from Australia and New Zealand. The launch, conducted during routine military training, heightened regional security concerns despite Beijing's insistence it targeted no country
He will replace Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni, who resigned on December 9. Valu Eke, who will be officially sworn in as Prime Minister in February, was first elected to parliament in 2010 and served as minister of finance between 2014 and 2017
