What Happened
Seoul Strengthens Military Capabilities While Deepening Ties With Washington
South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back has emphasized the country’s drive to strengthen its own defense capabilities while deepening its alliance with the United States. Speaking at the Asian Security Summit in Singapore, Ahn highlighted the evolving threats from North Korea and the importance of self-reliant defense. South Korea is working to advance its three-axis defense system and build a ‘smart military’ using artificial intelligence-based systems. The country is also committed to helping ensure security in the Strait of Hormuz. This development was reported by The Korea Herald.