South Korea’s Defense Nominee Pledges to Strengthen Alliance During OPCON Transfer
South Korea’s defense minister nominee pledged to pursue the transfer of wartime operational control from the United States while reinforcing bilateral military cooperation. The commitment underscores Seoul’s aim to maintain a robust strategic partnership during the transition.
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Defense minister nominee links OPCON transfer to stronger S. Korea-US alliance
Defense minister nominee Kang Shin-chul said Thursday that South Korea should pursue the transfer of wartime operational control in a way that strengthens the South Korea-US alliance. Kang made the remarks as he arrived at the Defense Convention in Yongsan, central Seoul, for his first day of preparations ahead of his confirmation hearing at the National Assembly. The hearing is expected to take place on Sept. 16. "The OPCON transition is possible because the South Korea-US alliance exists," Kan
By The Korea Herald
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SEOUL, Sept. 3 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister nominee Kang Shin-chul said Thursday...
By Kim Hyun-soo
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