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US commander says he supports plan to reduce outposts in Korea's demilitarized zone

2018-08-22 10:04:21       source:CNBC

August 22, 2018


The top commander of U.S. troops in South Korea said on Wednesday he supports moves to withdraw some outposts along the fortified border with North Korea, despite the risks.


South Korea's defence ministry has said it plans to reduce guard posts and equipment along the demilitarized zone on its border with North Korea as part of efforts to reduce tension and build trust with its northern neighbor.


"I have some concerns about what that means militarily for the ability to defend along the Military Demarcation Line," U.S. General Vincent Brooks told reporters on Wednesday.


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