SEOUL — In a reaffirmation of their commitment to trilateral security cooperation, the leaders of South Korea, the United States, and Japan praised the strides made since their historic summit at Camp David a year ago. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, U.S. President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida released a joint statement, highlighting their collaborative efforts to enhance regional and global security and prosperity.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the trio has seen significant progress in their security cooperation, initiated at their inaugural stand-alone summit at the U.S. presidential retreat. They underscored major initiatives such as the launch of the Freedom Edge trilateral multi-domain exercise in June and the recent signing of a new Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework. These efforts aim to address mutual security challenges and threats, further solidifying their strategic alliance.
The leaders also praised the effective work of a trilateral group focused on curbing North Korea’s illicit funding of weapons programs through cybercrime and other means. They expressed a unified resolve to uphold peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing that cooperation among their nations is crucial for tackling current global challenges and ensuring a prosperous future. This commitment, they affirmed, is foundational for navigating the complexities of international relations and regional dynamics today.