On the 70th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice Agreement, the US Secretary of Defense emphasized the ironclad US-ROK alliance. The United States said it would continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with South Korea and go forward together. This is reporter Lee Jo-eun.
On the 27th, the 70th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said, “70 years after the Armistice Agreement and the U.S.-ROK Mutual Defense Treaty, our impregnable alliance is stronger than ever.”
[오스틴 국방장관] “Seventy years after the signing of the armistice, and the U.S.-ROK Mutual Defense Treaty that followed soon after, our ironclad alliance is stronger than ever. In the words of our alliance motto, “We go together”—and we will continue to do so, shoulder to shoulder.”
Secretary Austin made this clear in a statement that day, emphasizing that “following the motto of the US-ROK alliance, ‘Let’s go together’, we will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder and go forward together.”
Secretary Austin said, “All Americans should remember the terrible cost of the Korean War and the bravery of those who fought against aggression in fierce enemies, harsh terrain, and poor conditions.” Hundreds of thousands of people have also been killed in partner countries.”
[오스틴 국방장관] “All Americans should remember the terrible cost of the Korean War and the valor of those who fought against aggression, facing fierce adversaries, harsh terrain, and pitiless conditions. More than 36,000 U.S. troops were killed in action, along with hundreds of thousands more from the Republic of Korea and partner nations serving in the United Nations Command. Even today, some 7,000 American service members from this war remain unaccounted for. We have a solemn duty to continue looking for answers for American families whose loved ones still remain missing in action seven decades on.”
“Even today, the whereabouts of more than 7,000 U.S. soldiers have not been confirmed,” he said. “70 years later, we have a solemn obligation to continue to seek answers for American families whose loved ones are still missing from the battlefield.” .
He also emphasized Korea’s growth after the war.
Speaking about what then-President Dwight Eisenhower told Americans about the signing of the Armistice Agreement, he said, “This armistice will work to bring free peoples one step closer to the goal of a peaceful world.” ”he said.
[오스틴 국방장관] “During each of my three visits to the Republic of Korea as Secretary of Defense, I have seen firsthand its thriving democracy, dynamic economy, and innovative minds in action—all a living testament to the shared sacrifices of families in both of our countries.”
“In each of my three visits to Korea as Secretary of Defense, I have personally witnessed Korea’s thriving democracy, dynamic economy, and innovative spirit at work,” he said. .
On the 13th, US Air Force B-52H strategic bombers (center), F-16 fighters (right), and South Korean Air Force F-15K fighters conducted joint flight training over the Korean Peninsula.
Meanwhile, in a statement released on the 27th to mark the 70th anniversary of the Armistice Agreement, the 8th Fighter Wing of the US Air Force in Korea said, “The legacy of those who gave their lives to defend a free, democratic and prosperous Korean Peninsula 70 years ago will never be forgotten.”
[제8전투비행단 공보실] “ The legacy of those who laid down their lives 70 years ago in defense of a free, democratic, and prosperous Korean peninsula will never be forgotten.
In addition, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Armistice Agreement, he reiterated the importance of the US-ROK alliance.
[제8전투비행단 공보실] “The US-ROK alliance has played an indispensable role in promoting democracy, peace and economic prosperity while maintaining a combined defensive posture to preserve ROK sovereignty and achieve a secure and brighter future for the American and Korean people. Guided by our shared commitment to defend universal human rights, freedom, and the rule of law, the U.S. and ROK remain focused on our comprehensive global cooperation, deepening our robust regional engagement and strengthening our ironclad Alliance. Our alliance has successfully maintained peace in the Indo-Pacific region over the last seven decades and together our alliance will continue to provide future generations with a firm foundation to build upon.”
“The United States-ROK Alliance has played an essential role in promoting democracy, peace, and economic prosperity while maintaining a combined defense posture to defend South Korean sovereignty and achieve a safe and bright future for the United States and its people.”
He also emphasized, “The US-ROK alliance has successfully maintained peace in the Indo-Pacific region for the past 70 years, and will continue to provide a solid foundation for future generations.”
This is Joeun Lee from VOA News.
2023-07-27 18:48:17
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