S. Korea, US to hold foreign ministerial talks this month: FM Cho
The top diplomats of South Korea and the United States plan to hold bilateral talks later this month, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Thursday, stressing the robust alliance of the two countries. Cho made the remarks during a parliamentary interpellation session, adding that even close allies can still have disagreements on some issues. "The South Korea-U.S. alliance remains fundamentally robust,"…
South Korea and the United States are scheduled to hold foreign ministerial talks later this month, according to Foreign Minister Cho Hyun. Speaking during a parliamentary question session, Cho emphasized the strength of the alliance between the two countries. He noted that even close allies can have disagreements on certain issues, but affirmed that the South Korea-U.S. partnership remains robust.
Cho further stated that his government has been actively engaged in consultations with the U.S. on various matters. He dismissed speculation about the alliance being under threat, asserting that any differences can be addressed through direct discussions between the two nations. Earlier reports indicated that Seoul's foreign ministry officials confirmed coordination between the countries for a potential visit by Cho to Washington, where he would meet with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss key issues, including North Korea.
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