KCSM Newsline October 12, 2016
President xi jinping is overhauling chinas military to upgrade its sea and air capabilities. The plan includes a cut of about 300,000 personnel. Officials in south korea say they plan to use greater force, including weaponry, to crack down on chinese boats fishing illegally in the countrys waters. A coast guard vessel sank off the korean coast last week after one of a dozen chinese fishing boats rammed it, the latest in repeated clashes between the two sides as chinese fishermen continue to operate illegally in the area. Translator we will ease regulations on the coast guards use of weapons in...