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  • Updated: December 28, 2022

South Korea Unveils $440 Million Plan To Counter North Korea

South Korea Unveils $440 Million Plan To Counter North Korea

South Korea will spend $441 million on improving its defences against drones, the country’s defence ministry said on Wednesday.

Under South Korea’s newly unveiled budget, the country aims to spend 331.4 trillion won ($261bn) in all on defence until 2027, with an average annual increase of 6.8 percent.

On Wednesday, President Yoon said any provocation by North Korea must be met with retaliation.

"We must punish and retaliate against any provocation by North Korea.

"That is the most powerful means to deter provocations.

“We must not fear or hesitate because North Korea has nuclear weapons.”

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