Nuclear Submarines
New US defense strategy highlights Seoul's leading role in peninsula security
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The Pentagon's 2026 National Defense Strategy emphasizes South Korea's leading role in Korean Peninsula security, which the defense ministry welcomed. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun discussed with a US official the need to acquire nuclear-powered submarines to enhance deterrence and the alliance. This aligns with President Trump's 'America First' policy, pushing for stronger self-reliant defense in South Korea.
Australian Ambassador Jeff Robinson told Yonhap News Agency on April 12 that South Korea's nuclear-powered submarine drive and Australia's AUKUS program are separate but proceeding in parallel. He stressed that both must build international trust in their peaceful intentions. Robinson also highlighted shared energy security challenges amid the Middle East crisis and deepening defense ties.
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North Korea denounced on Tuesday the United States' approval of South Korea's nuclear-powered submarine push, warning it would trigger a 'nuclear domino' in the region. This marks Pyongyang's first response to the joint fact sheet released last Friday on outcomes from summits between the two allies' leaders. North Korea labeled the document as formalizing a confrontational stance and vowed countermeasures.