Biden "Expect Close Cooperation from North Korea to Climate Change"

President Moon's Phone Call
"Expect Strengthening of the ROK-US Alliance"
"The ROK-US Alliance is a Key Pillar of Indo-Pacific Security and Prosperity"

[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] U.S. President-elect Joe Biden expressed expectations for close cooperation on North Korea issues after speaking with President Moon Jae-in on the 11th (local time).

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In a press release issued after the call with President Moon, President-elect Biden stated his intention to strengthen the South Korea-U.S. alliance as a linchpin for security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.

The president-elect also expressed hope for close cooperation with President Moon not only on North Korea but also on climate change, mentioning that they "discussed mutual interests in strengthening democracy as well as shared values that support the South Korea-U.S. alliance."

He further praised President Moon's strong leadership on the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and emphasized his commitment to cooperating on pandemic resolution, building global health security, and promoting global economic recovery.

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