North Korea has sharply criticised the US’s new Golden Dome missile shield. The system, announced by President Donald Trump, aims to counter advanced aerial threats. It targets ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and other high-tech weapons.
Pyongyang warned the Golden Dome missile shield could trigger a nuclear arms race in space. State media called the US plan arrogant and reckless. North Korea’s foreign ministry claimed the project could militarise outer space.
Trump wants to complete the missile shield before his current term ends. Critics say the Golden Dome missile shield will undermine global stability. They also fear it may spark military escalation beyond Earth’s orbit.
China joined the criticism last week, voicing serious concerns about the shield. Beijing claimed the system has aggressive capabilities and violates global security norms. China also said the US’s obsession with its own safety comes at the world’s expense.
Analysts say North Korea fears the shield may weaken its nuclear threat. Some experts believe Pyongyang will now seek new ways to evade US defences. In recent years, North Korea has tested advanced missiles, including hypersonic warheads.
This January, Pyongyang launched an intermediate-range missile it said could reach targets in the Pacific. The country declared itself a nuclear weapons state in 2022 and continues to boost its arsenal.
The Golden Dome missile shield is still in early development. However, many believe it could reshape global military dynamics. Critics point to its massive cost and complex technology as hurdles.
A $25 billion budget has already been allocated for the initial phase. But officials warn long-term costs may rise to over $500 billion. Some fear this may divert funds from other national security priorities.
Supporters of the Golden Dome missile shield say it is essential. They argue that current systems cannot stop next-generation weapons. Yet, the international backlash highlights growing fears of a new kind of arms race.
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