New U.S. ambassador to S. Korea emphasizes importance of closer alliance
- 6 years ago
America's new ambassador to South Korea reported for duty in Seoul this weekend -- retired Admiral Harry Harris.
He spoke to reporters on his arrival Saturday at Incheon International Airport,... emphasizing the importance of maintaining a robust alliance between South Korea and the United States.
Take a listen.
"President Trump and his administration have made clear that strengthening even further America's alliance with Korea is one of our top priorities. Our presidents have been in regular contact as we worked together to persuade North Korea to chart a new course."
He added that the U.S. ccould not ask for a (quote) "better friend, partner and ally" than South Korea,... and expressed his wish that the two countries become even closer.
He was nominated for the post by President Trump in May after retiring from the navy and as commander of U.S. forces in the Pacific.
He was approved by the Senate last week... to fill a position that's been empty for a year and a half, since President Trump took office.
He spoke to reporters on his arrival Saturday at Incheon International Airport,... emphasizing the importance of maintaining a robust alliance between South Korea and the United States.
Take a listen.
"President Trump and his administration have made clear that strengthening even further America's alliance with Korea is one of our top priorities. Our presidents have been in regular contact as we worked together to persuade North Korea to chart a new course."
He added that the U.S. ccould not ask for a (quote) "better friend, partner and ally" than South Korea,... and expressed his wish that the two countries become even closer.
He was nominated for the post by President Trump in May after retiring from the navy and as commander of U.S. forces in the Pacific.
He was approved by the Senate last week... to fill a position that's been empty for a year and a half, since President Trump took office.