Relationship With South Korea
 Deputy Secretary Negroponte (May 8): "Very good, a chance to discuss a range of issues of bilateral interest; of course, the United States and South Korea are strategic allies, we have a very close relationship, and obviously this was an opportunity for me to come and pay my respects after the formation of a new government here.' Full Text
U.S.-South Korea Strategic Alliance
 Deputy Assistant Secretary Arvizu (Apr. 23): "The core mission of deterring aggression from the North will remain the Alliance’s principal priority. But we should continue to deepen our cooperation with the ROK as we address other regional and global challenges. We should build on the work we have done together in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Lebanon." Full Statement |
