US, Japan and South Korea Deepen 3-Way Defense Cooperation to Deter Regional Aggression
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Updated · Bloomberg · May 30
US, Japan and South Korea Deepen 3-Way Defense Cooperation to Deter Regional Aggression
8 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 30
Pete Hegseth said the US, Japan and South Korea are expanding defense cooperation to keep their combined forces ready, capable and able to deter aggression in the region.
The Pentagon chief framed the effort around military effectiveness, saying the three countries aim to keep forces "lethal" and prepared for potential threats.
The statement signals continued trilateral security alignment in Northeast Asia, with Washington emphasizing closer coordination with its two key regional allies.
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