South Korea’s potential participation in part of the AUKUS security partnership was among the agenda items it discussed with Australia during a “two plus two” meeting among their foreign and defense chiefs Wednesday, the Korean Defense Minister said.
South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik made the remark during a joint press conference, noting that Korea’s possible participation in the minilateral security partnership, comprising Australia, Britain and the United States, will contribute to regional peace and stability.
South Korea and Australia reaffirmed their commitment to further developing the bilateral future-oriented relationship, including enhancing the joint military training, Shin said.
Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles “As AUKUS Pillar 2 develops, I think there will be opportunities in the future.” Australia is the only country with which South Korea holds regular talks of the foreign and defense chiefs besides its ally, the United States.
Source: Qatar News Agency
