U.S. and South Korean officials met in Seoul on June 11 to strengthen nuclear deterrence and military readiness as North Korea expands its nuclear weapons program and increases production of weapons-grade nuclear material.
The discussions were part of the sixth meeting of the Republic of Korea–U.S. Nuclear Consultative Group (NCG).
The officials said in a joint statement after the meeting that they reviewed cooperation on intelligence sharing, consultation procedures during a nuclear crisis, military exercises, training, and strategic communications.
The two sides also discussed additional measures to strengthen nuclear deterrence and military readiness.
“The U.S. side reaffirmed its commitment to providing extended deterrence to the Republic of Korea by utilizing all categories of U.S. capabilities, including nuclear capabilities,” a translation of the statement said….
US, South Korea Bolster Coordination as Pyongyang Expands Nuclear Program
