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Lee vows to defend Korea's interests amid US strains
Original: Lee vows to defend Korea’s interests as strains with Washington surface
South Korean President Lee has pledged to defend the country's national interests as tensions with Washington come to the surface. The remark signals friction in the alliance at a time when trade, defense cost-sharing and other bilateral issues are under negotiation. Observers are watching closely for how far Seoul is willing to push back against the United States, its key security partner.
Why now: Public signs of friction between Seoul and Washington raise concerns about the future of the bilateral alliance.
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- Lee vows to defend Korea’s interests as strains with Washington surface · Korea JoongAng Daily
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