First Call Between South Korea and US Foreign Ministers... Reaffirming 'Korea-US Alliance as a Core Pillar of Global Peace'

Foreign Minister nominee Jeong Eui-yong is attending the confirmation hearing held by the National Assembly Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee on the 5th. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso76@

[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Hyung-gil] On the morning of the 12th, Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong had a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, exchanging views on mutual interests including the Korea-U.S. relationship, the Korean Peninsula issue, and regional and global matters, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.

This was the first communication between Minister Chung and Secretary Blinken since Chung took office on the 8th.

During the call, both ministers reaffirmed that the Korea-U.S. alliance is a key pillar of peace, stability, and prosperity in Northeast Asia, the Indo-Pacific region, and worldwide, and agreed to continue developing the alliance to contribute to addressing global issues and promoting shared values.

They also agreed to hold a high-level consultation to discuss current issues as soon as possible. This is interpreted as a suggestion to expedite a foreign ministers' meeting, considering the COVID-19 situation.

The ministers emphasized close cooperation for the complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and agreed on the importance of continued Korea-U.S.-Japan cooperation.

Additionally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that they shared concerns about the recent coup in Myanmar.

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