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Lee Jae-myung vows to protect South Korea's sovereignty
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President-elect Lee Jae-myung has firmly declared his commitment to safeguarding Korean independence by strengthening military capabilities in response to China’s growing assertiveness at sea; he emphasized that while economic cooperation with Beijing remains necessary due to shared trade volumes and investment needs, South Korea must never compromise its sovereignty or allow external powers—particularly the Chinese government—to dictate national policy.
Key Points
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1President Lee Myung-bak stated that the US will not allow China to use South Korea as a base for its nuclear program.
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2He emphasized his firm stance against Chinese aggression and warned of severe consequences if such actions occur in Korean waters or airspace.
Developments
[Mar 20, 16:59]
President Lee Myung-bak stated that the US will not allow China to use South Korea as a base for its nuclear program. He emphasized his firm stance against Chinese aggression and warned of severe consequences if such actions occur in Korean waters or airspace.