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US and South Korea agree to coordinate on North Korean nuclear threat
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul held a telephone conversation to reaffirm their commitment to a close alliance and cooperation regarding North Korea's nuclear program. The two diplomats agreed to maintain intensive communication to promote peace on the Korean Peninsula and uphold a strong joint defense position.
The discussion occurred amid concerns that the administration of US President Donald Trump might shift focus away from North Korean denuclearization as he seeks to rebuild relations with Kim Jong Un. While the ministers emphasized the importance of addressing the nuclear issue, official statements did not explicitly reiterate a specific commitment to denuclearization.
In addition to regional security, the leaders discussed the Middle East and bilateral cooperation in areas such as investment and security. The ministers also agreed to meet in person in the near future to address unresolved issues. South Korea also expressed its readiness to assist in ensuring free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Cho Tae-yul · Donald Trump · Kim Jong Un · Marco Rubio · United States
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The two ministers agreed to meet in person in the near future to discuss key unresolved issues www.topky.sk
- [● 3 SOURCES] US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul agreed to maintain close communication and cooperation regarding North Korea's nuclear program and peace on the Korean-m www.aktuality.sk · www.standartnews.com · www.topky.sk
- [● 3 SOURCES] Marco Rubio emphasized the need for continued close coordination on issues considered an inseparable part of the alliance www.aktuality.sk · www.standartnews.com · www.topky.sk
- [● 3 SOURCES] Concerns have arisen that the Donald Trump administration may reduce its focus on North Korean denuclearization www.aktuality.sk · www.standartnews.com · www.topky.sk
- [● 2 SOURCES] South Korea expressed readiness to contribute to ensuring free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz www.aktuality.sk · www.topky.sk