US Secretary of State Blinken visits South Korea ahead of the Summit for Democracy, discussing alliance strengthening, North Korea's nuclear threat, and US commitment to the Philippines.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in South Korea on a brief Asia tour, which also includes the Philippines. This visit comes ahead of the third Summit for Democracy, hosted by South Korea on March 18-20, and aims to strengthen ties with regional allies. During his visit, Blinken will discuss ways to strengthen the alliance with South Korea, address issues related to North Korea's nuclear threat, and reaffirm the US's commitment to the Philippines, counterbalancing China's influence in the region, particularly regarding the South China Sea dispute.
March 17, 2024
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