The foreign ministers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan have reinforced their commitment to a robust deterrence strategy against North Korea. They aim to broaden trilateral cooperation concerning regional security, economic resilience, and new technological developments. This agreement was reached during their meeting on the fringes of the ASEAN-related ministerial meetings held in Manila.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi concurred on maintaining close coordination regarding their North Korea policy. They intend to pursue the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula through dialogue and diplomacy, supported by credible deterrence measures.
Furthermore, the ministers addressed various regional and global security issues, with a focus on developments in Northeast Asia and the Middle East. They reiterated their support for the principles of freedom of navigation and overflight, emphasizing adherence to international law and enhancing maritime security throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
In terms of economic security, the three nations agreed to intensify cooperation in nuclear energy and critical minerals. They also aim to bolster supply chain resilience, advance technologies, and implement measures against economic coercion. Their cooperation extends to strengthening disaster relief efforts, providing humanitarian assistance, and combating transnational crime.
The meeting highlighted the commitment of South Korea, the United States, and Japan to expand practical cooperation. They plan to engage in regular consultations to address shared security and economic challenges effectively.