The United States and South Korea agreed on Thursday to proceed with the deployment of an advanced U.S. missile defense system that has angered China, a day after North Korea's latest test launch drew condemnation across the volatile region.
Leaders and senior officials from the United States, South Korea and Japan spokeon Thursday to discuss the latest provocation from Pyongyang, hours before U.S. President Donald Trump begins a summit with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.
Analysts have said Wednesday's launch of a ballistic missile from North Korea's east coast probably took place with the summit in mind as the reclusive state presses ahead with its missile and nuclear programs in defiance of United Nations resolutions and sanctions.
U.S., Japan, South Korea Discuss North's Latest Threat Before Trump-Xi Summit
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