China ‘seriously concerned’ over US Golden Dome defence system
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US President Donald Trump said on May 20 he had selected a design for the US$175-billion project.
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BEIJING - China is “seriously concerned” about the US Golden Dome missile defence shield project and urged Washington to abandon its development, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on May 21.
US President Donald Trump said on May 20 he had selected a design for the US$175 billion (S$226 billion) project
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, when asked about the project at a regular press conference, said it carries “strong offensive implications” and heightens the risks of the militarisation of outer space and an arms race.
“The United States, in pursuing a ‘US-first’ policy, is obsessed with seeking absolute security for itself. This violates the principle that the security of all countries should not be compromised and undermines global strategic balance and stability. China is seriously concerned about this,” Ms Mao said.
She urged Washington to abandon the development of the system as soon as possible and take actions to enhance trust among major powers. REUTERS
