Key facts
- South Korean, U.S., and Japanese foreign ministers met in Manila.
- The diplomats reaffirmed their commitment to a robust deterrence posture against North Korea and denuclearization.
- They agreed to strengthen cooperation on North Korea policy and regional security.
- Discussions included economic security, critical minerals, and advanced technology protection.
- The ministers also addressed maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region.
Top diplomats from South Korea, the United States, and Japan convened in Manila to discuss trilateral cooperation and North Korea's evolving relationships with Russia and China. The meeting took place on the sidelines of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-related ministerial meetings.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a robust deterrence posture against North Korea and pursuing the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula. They agreed to enhance communication and cooperation to preserve peace and stability through dialogue and diplomacy.
The ministers also addressed economic security, including cooperation in nuclear energy, critical minerals, and emerging technologies. They exchanged views on regional security issues, emphasizing the need to uphold international law and strengthen maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. Discussions also covered advanced technology protection, supply chain resilience, and responses to economic coercion.