South Korea's Defence Minister confirms talks to join AUKUS Pillar Two, focusing on advanced technologies.

South Korea's Defence Minister, Shin Won-sik, has confirmed talks on joining a part of the AUKUS defence deal between the US, UK, and Australia. The AUKUS pact, formed in 2021, aims to counter China's growing power in the Asia Pacific region. South Korea has discussed the possibility of partnering with AUKUS Pillar Two, which focuses on developing hypersonic weapons, drones, and advanced technologies.