October 7, 2011

South Korea's Misguided Pier Plan

Rajaram Panda, The Diplomat

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Seoul's plan to develop a naval base on Ulleung Island is aimed at boosting its claim over the disputed Dokdo islets. It will also inflame tensions with Japan.

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