Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party, and Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, met with U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel on September 15 at the National Assembly. During their discussions, Kim announced plans for a potential visit to the U.S. for diplomatic talks, while Jang proposed enhanced cooperation to address security threats from North Korea, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the Korea-U.S. alliance and promoting peace on the Korean Peninsula.
Kim highlighted the need to further develop the alliance between the two countries, stating, "The United States has been a steadfast neighbor throughout South Korea's modernization, democratization, and industrialization processes." He stressed that South Korea's pursuit of autonomous capabilities should not conflict with deepening ties with the U.S., underscoring the significance of a strong Korea-U.S. alliance.
Additionally, Kim mentioned that he is considering a diplomatic visit to the U.S., saying, "I am thinking about visiting the U.S. soon to discuss Korea-U.S. relations," and requested Steel's cooperation in this endeavor.
Jang emphasized the importance of the Korea-U.S. alliance, noting, "As the U.S. has contributed to South Korea's miraculous economic growth, we are now contributing to U.S. economic development." He pointed out the increasing security threats from North Korea and human rights issues, arguing that these challenges must be addressed through cooperation among South Korea, the U.S., and Japan.
Jang stated, "The two countries must strengthen security cooperation to counter North Korean threats. We can no longer ignore the dire conditions faced by our compatriots who do not enjoy basic freedoms," adding that the People Power Party will work to improve the situation regarding North Korea by collaborating with democratic nations and enhancing Korea-U.S.-Japan cooperation.
Meanwhile, Ambassador Steel expressed her commitment to closely cooperate with the National Assembly on Korea-U.S. relations and North Korea strategies during her meetings with both party leaders. She conveyed her hope for close collaboration with the Democratic Party to strengthen the Korea-U.S. alliance and requested continued support for enhancing bilateral relations.
Kim highlighted the need to further develop the alliance between the two countries, stating, "The United States has been a steadfast neighbor throughout South Korea's modernization, democratization, and industrialization processes." He stressed that South Korea's pursuit of autonomous capabilities should not conflict with deepening ties with the U.S., underscoring the significance of a strong Korea-U.S. alliance.
Additionally, Kim mentioned that he is considering a diplomatic visit to the U.S., saying, "I am thinking about visiting the U.S. soon to discuss Korea-U.S. relations," and requested Steel's cooperation in this endeavor.
Jang emphasized the importance of the Korea-U.S. alliance, noting, "As the U.S. has contributed to South Korea's miraculous economic growth, we are now contributing to U.S. economic development." He pointed out the increasing security threats from North Korea and human rights issues, arguing that these challenges must be addressed through cooperation among South Korea, the U.S., and Japan.
Jang stated, "The two countries must strengthen security cooperation to counter North Korean threats. We can no longer ignore the dire conditions faced by our compatriots who do not enjoy basic freedoms," adding that the People Power Party will work to improve the situation regarding North Korea by collaborating with democratic nations and enhancing Korea-U.S.-Japan cooperation.
Meanwhile, Ambassador Steel expressed her commitment to closely cooperate with the National Assembly on Korea-U.S. relations and North Korea strategies during her meetings with both party leaders. She conveyed her hope for close collaboration with the Democratic Party to strengthen the Korea-U.S. alliance and requested continued support for enhancing bilateral relations.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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