South Korea, the United States, and Japan have jointly reaffirmed their dedication to a robust deterrence strategy against North Korea. The foreign ministers from these nations emphasized their intention to enhance trilateral cooperation in areas such as regional security, economic resilience, and emerging technologies.
During a meeting held alongside the ASEAN-related ministerial gatherings in Manila, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi committed to staying closely aligned on policies regarding North Korea. They expressed their ongoing dedication to the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, advocating for dialogue and diplomacy supported by a credible deterrent force.
In addition to North Korean policy, the ministers tackled a range of regional and global security issues, including current developments in Northeast Asia and the Middle East. They reiterated their support for the principles of freedom of navigation and overflight, adherence to international law, and the strengthening of maritime security across the Indo-Pacific region.
On the economic front, the three countries agreed to deepen their collaboration in areas such as nuclear energy, critical minerals, and supply chain resilience. They also focused on advancing cooperation in emerging technologies and measures to counteract economic coercion. Furthermore, the nations committed to enhancing joint efforts in disaster relief, humanitarian assistance, and the fight against transnational crime.
The discussions underscored the shared commitment of South Korea, the United States, and Japan to expanding practical cooperation. The ministers agreed to conduct regular consultations to effectively address mutual security and economic challenges.