(2nd LD) Cho, Rubio agree to work together for 'good' results from talks on investment projects in U.S.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Washington on Friday, agreeing to collaborate for successful results from bilateral talks on investment projects in the U.S. The two diplomats discussed the implementation of South Korea's proposed $350 billion investment commitment to the U.S. as part of last year's bilateral trade deal.

Cho emphasized the need for joint efforts to ensure the consultations related to strategic investment projects will yield positive outcomes. Secretary Rubio assured his support for the process. The two countries also reaffirmed their commitment to the key summit agreements signed by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump last year, including those outlined in the joint fact sheet.

Cho highlighted South Korea's willingness to contribute significantly to restoring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides emphasized their solid commitment to the bilateral alliance, denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, and peace and stability in the region. Cho reiterated South Korea's role as a 'pacemaker' in supporting the Trump administration's efforts to resume dialogue with North Korea.

The two diplomats agreed to continue close communication and cooperation regarding North Korea policy.