The United States is planning to up its overseas defense capabilities,.. citing increasing threats from North Korea, China and Russia.<br /> The Pentagon is asking Congress to approve a huge boost in military spending for next year,... which includes deploying an additional 82 THAAD anti-missile launchers around the world.<br />The U.S. currently has seven THAAD systems in operation around the world, including one in South Korea.<br />The 686 billion dollar budget plan -- one of the largest in U.S. history -- puts a strong emphasis on missile defense.<br />The move could stir controversy if the U.S. deploys more THAAD launchers to South Korea.<br />Last year's deployment was met with resistance from local residents and a massive backlash from China. <br />
