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US, Japan, and South Korea reaffirm security ties and nuclear deterrence
During a trilateral meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, the foreign ministers of the United States, Japan, and South Korea reaffirmed their commitment to regional security and the denuclearization of North Korea.
The United States emphasized its unwavering commitment to the defense of Japan and the Republic of Korea, stating that this support includes the use of its unmatched military power and nuclear capabilities. The three nations also pledged to implement UN Security Council resolutions regarding North Korea's nuclear and missile programs and to combat cyber-based funding for these activities.
In a separate context, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung advocated for a practical, gradual approach to denuclearization. He noted that because of North Korea's advanced nuclear and missile capabilities, waiting for immediate, total disarmament is unrealistic, suggesting instead a process of stopping, reducing, and eventually dismantling activities.
Beyond North Korea, the trilateral group discussed cooperation in advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and quantum technology. They also expressed support for maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait and promoting the deployment of small modular nuclear reactors in third-country markets.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The ministers called for the peaceful resolution of issues in the Taiwan Strait and opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo. sana.sy
- [DISPUTED] South Korean President Lee Jae-myung proposed a gradual approach to North Korean denuclearization rather than seeking immediate, total disarmament. www.alaraby.co.uk
- [● 2 SOURCES] The US, Japan, and South Korea reaffirmed their commitment to the defense of Japan and South Korea, including the use of US nuclear capabilities. www.jawapos.com · sana.sy
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The ministers emphasized the need to stop funding for North Korea's nuclear and missile programs, including cyber-based funding. www.jawapos.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The trilateral group agreed to cooperate on small modular nuclear reactors for third-country markets. www.jawapos.com · sana.sy
- [DISPUTED] The three nations expressed a firm commitment to the full denuclearization of North Korea. www.jawapos.com · sana.sy