Pyeongtaek: Army Gen. Kim Sung-min was sworn in Thursday as the new deputy commander of the South Korea-U.S. Combined Forces Command (CFC), reinforcing his commitment to bolster the alliance between the two nations. The swearing-in took place at a ceremony at the U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, located approximately 70 kilometers south of Seoul, with CFC Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson in attendance.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Kim has held numerous significant positions before this appointment, including serving as the commander of the 5th Corps, director general for policy planning at the defense ministry, and head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff task force on operational control transition. These roles have equipped him with the expertise and experience needed for his new command responsibilities.
In his inauguration address, Kim expressed his dedication to strengthening the South Korea-U.S. alliance, especially during this crucial period of transition. He pledged to fully commit to his duties to ensure the alliance remains robust and effective, reflecting the evolving strategic requirements of both countries.