China angrily reacts with threats after South Korean missile defence decision
China objects to the deployment in South Korea of the THAAD, which has a powerful radar capable of penetrating Chinese territory.
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Jan 21, 2017, 21:35 PM ISTUS missile defence 'going to happen' in South Korea: Defence Secretary Ash Carter
The proposed placement of a US missile defence system in South Korea is "going to happen" despite Chinese opposition, Defence Secretary Ash Carter has said.
Apr 09, 2016, 09:12 AM ISTSouth Korea dismisses China warning on US missile system
South Korea Wednesday dismissed China`s warning that the planned deployment of a US missile defence system could damage ties, stressing that it was to counter "growing threats" from North Korea.
Feb 24, 2016, 11:34 AM ISTUS missile shield spotlights divisions on handling North Korea
Official moves towards the deployment -- fiercely opposed by China -- of a US missile defence system in South Korea highlight the inherent dangers of disunity in dealing with North Korea`s growing military threat, analysts say.
Feb 08, 2016, 10:02 AM ISTSouth Korea-US begin talks on THAAD missile system deployment
The THAAD will be operated against North Korea alone, according to Seoul's defence ministry.
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