US Security Policy

New U.S. strategy raises questions over South Korea's security and Indo-Pacific role

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The Trump administration's new National Security Strategy, released on December 5, raises questions about South Korea's security and its role in the Indo-Pacific by prioritizing Taiwan defense and omitting North Korean denuclearization goals. The document urges South Korea and Japan to build capabilities to defend the First Island Chain and stresses increased burden-sharing among allies. It reaffirms the U.S. 'America First' principles.