The foreign ministers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan have reiterated their strong commitment to deterring North Korea while enhancing trilateral cooperation on regional security, economic resilience, and emerging technologies. This affirmation came during their meeting in Manila on the sidelines of ASEAN-related ministerial gatherings.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi agreed to maintain close coordination on policies regarding North Korea. They are determined to pursue the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula through dialogue and diplomacy, supported by a credible deterrence strategy.
Beyond North Korea, the ministers addressed broader regional and global security concerns, including issues in Northeast Asia and the Middle East. They underscored the importance of freedom of navigation and overflight and the adherence to international law, aiming to bolster maritime security across the Indo-Pacific region.
In terms of economic security, the three nations resolved to deepen their cooperation in several key areas. These include nuclear energy, critical minerals, supply chain resilience, and advanced technologies, along with measures to counteract economic coercion. Their collaboration will also extend to disaster relief, humanitarian assistance, and combating transnational crime.
This meeting highlighted the ongoing commitment of South Korea, the United States, and Japan to expand practical cooperation and maintain regular consultations, addressing shared security and economic challenges effectively.
