Japan Says North Korea Is Building Weapons To Break Its Defense Shield

Japan is enhancing its ballistic missile defense in response to North Korea's missile launches. The defense minister noted the missiles are a new model, possibly with improved accuracy. Despite recent launches, the missiles landed outside Japan's economic zone, posing no immediate threat. Japan plans to deploy eight warships with interceptor systems by 2021 and purchase ground-based systems. However, these systems are most effective against predictable projectiles, posing challenges if North Korea varies its missile paths.

What recent actions has North Korea taken regarding missile launches?

What did Japan's defense minister say about the new missiles launched by North Korea?

What is Japan's response to perceived threats from North Korea?

How many warships does Japan plan to have armed with interceptor systems by 2021?

What challenges might Japan face in intercepting North Korean missiles?