U.S. Affirms Commitment to Working with South Korea’s Acting President Lee for Alliance Stability

Washington: A State Department spokesperson on Thursday affirmed the United States' commitment to working with South Korea's new acting President Lee Ju-ho to ensure "stability" and "continuity" in the two countries' longstanding alliance. The spokesperson's remarks came in the wake of significant leadership changes in South Korea, underscoring the importance of a steady partnership between the two nations.According to Yonhap News Agency, the statement was made after Lee, the deputy prime minister for social affairs and education minister, assumed the role of acting president. This transition followed the resignation of former acting President Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Choi Sang-mok. The U.S. expressed its readiness to collaborate closely with Lee in maintaining the robust alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea.The State Department highlighted the significance of the alliance, emphasizing its role in maintaining regional security and a ddressing global challenges. By extending support to Acting President Lee, the United States aims to continue fostering strong diplomatic and economic ties with South Korea, ensuring the alliance's effectiveness in promoting mutual interests.