S. Korea's push for own capabilities not at odds with strengthening alliance with US: DPK leader
South Korea's push to strengthen its independent defense capabilities does not run counter to efforts to deepen its alliance with the United States, the head of Seoul's ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) said Tuesday. DPK leader Kim Min-seok made the remarks during his meeting with U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel at the National Assembly. "South Korea and the U.S. have…
Seoul's ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) leader Kim Min-seok stated on Tuesday that the country's pursuit of independent defense capabilities is not opposed to deepening its alliance with the United States. This assertion came during a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel at the National Assembly. Kim emphasized that the alliance between South Korea and the U.S. should become even stronger in the future.
He also noted that the U.S. has been a reliable neighbor throughout South Korea's journey of modernization, industrialization, and democratization.
Kim clarified that South Korea's efforts to bolster its own defense capabilities do not contradict its alliance with the U.S. In a policy speech earlier this week, Kim stressed the necessity for Seoul to enhance its independent security capabilities, asserting that the era of relying solely on Washington has ended. Ambassador Steel underscored South Korea's pivotal role as a global player in fostering peace and prosperity in the region and worldwide.
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