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Biden, Yoon warn North Korea of nuclear response to any attack
US President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol have issued a warning to North Korea that it will face a nuclear response and the “end” of its leadership if it uses its own nuclear arsenal.
The two leaders spoke at the White House and emphasized that the US security shield for South Korea was being strengthened in response to North Korea’s aggressive missile tests.
The Washington Declaration was issued, which strengthens the US nuclear umbrella over South Korea, with the two countries sharing information and consulting in the event of a North Korean attack.
South Korean president’s office defends his viral Japan comments
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces backlash after comments about Japan not needing to “kneel down” to improve ties amid unresolved historical issues.
Yoon’s office clarified that he meant that improving relations did not require Japan to “kneel down” but rather cooperate in regional security, sparking criticism from victims of Japan’s wartime forced labor.
South Korea opposition calls for probe into US spying
South Korea’s opposition has called for an investigation into alleged espionage by the US after leaked documents appeared to show Washington spying on its key Asian ally.
The documents include sensitive US intelligence that showed the US spying on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s national security advisors as part of an effort to secure arms supplies for Ukraine.
The revelations have sparked criticism in South Korea about the vulnerability of sensitive sites, including the presidential office. The Pentagon is working to determine if the documents are genuine.
Japan, South Korea thaw ties to tackle regional threats
Japan and South Korea have ended their trade dispute and pledged renewed diplomacy at a summit in Tokyo, with both leaders agreeing to regular reciprocal visits.
The neighbours have been locked in a bitter dispute for years over Japan’s use of wartime forced labour, which deteriorated after South Korea’s Supreme Court in 2018 ordered Japanese firms to compensate victims of forced labour. However, relations have thawed with Seoul announcing a plan to pay those affected without Tokyo’s involvement.
The resumption of “shuttle diplomacy” and reciprocal visits aims to build confidence and form a united front against regional challenges, including North Korea.
South Korean President Yoon hails key ‘step forward’ in Japan ties
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is optimistic about closer cooperation with Japan on issues including North Korea and semiconductors. Yoon’s new plan to compensate Korean victims of Japanese forced labour without Tokyo’s direct involvement has been met with controversy.
Despite this, Yoon is eager to settle the historic dispute and seek closer ties with Japan in the face of growing threats from North Korea. Both countries are ramping up defense spending and joint military exercises to ensure regional and global stability.
