South Korea Defense Ministry spokesman Kwon Ki-joon, said that "several projectiles" flew about 1,000 kilometers.
External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said India has friendly ties with both the countries.
"This job requires 24 hours a day, seven days a week focus and commitment to do it right. I currently could not make that commitment," the New York Times quoted Robert S Harward as saying.
This was in response to Prime Minister Vajpayee's statement that Indo-Pak talks should focus on Pak-occupied Kashmir.
He said Beijing resorted to this move to allow the 'relevant parties' to reach a consensus.