Acting US ambassador expresses optimism in S. Korea’s resilience

Acting Us Ambassador Expresses Optimism In S

Joseph Yun, charge d'affaires ad interim at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, speaks after arriving at Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, Jan. 11. Yonhap

Joseph Yun, cost d’affaires advert interim on the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, speaks after arriving at Incheon Worldwide Airport, west of Seoul, Jan. 11. Yonhap

Joseph Yun, appearing U.S. ambassador to Seoul, mentioned Saturday he’ll work to bolster the bilateral alliance, expressing optimism that South Korea will overcome its political challenges and develop stronger.

The cost d’affaires advert interim on the U.S. Embassy arrived at Incheon Worldwide Airport, west of Seoul, days after former U.S. envoy Philip Goldberg’s retirement.

Yun, a former U.S. particular consultant for North Korea, was appointed to the interim submit forward of the inauguration of incoming U.S. President Donald Trump, Jan. 20.

„There are actually basic pillars of U.S.-ROK relationships. The core pillar is, after all, the alliance relationship,“ Yun instructed reporters, referring to South Korea’s official identify, the Republic of Korea.

„I’ve spent half of my skilled life making an attempt to strengthen the connection between two international locations and I actually sit up for contribute in that,“ he added.

Yun, who served on the U.S. Embassy in Seoul almost 20 years in the past, mentioned it’s „very significant“ to return to the nation at a essential time.

His appointment comes at a time when South Korea faces political uncertainty following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol over his short-lived declaration of martial legislation, Dec. 3.

When requested about South Korea’s political scenario, Yun acknowledged the „ups and downs“ in any authorities however expressed confidence within the nation’s resilience.

„What I do know is that there have been many challenges,“ Yun mentioned. „Every time, South Korea has emerged stronger and I’ve little doubt that may be the case once more.“ (Yonhap)

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