New U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel Takes Office, Declares "U.S.-ROK Alliance Is the Strongest in the World"
Korean-American Michelle Steel, the new U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, officially arrived in Korea on the 30th to begin her tenure. In her first interview immediately after arriving in Korea, Ambassador Steel reaffirmed the importance of the U.S.-ROK alliance.
Ambassador Steel expressed her special affection for Korea, noting her personal connection as someone born in Seoul. She described the long-standing relationship between Korea and the United States as truly unique and assessed that the current alliance between the two nations is the strongest in the world.
This appointment is seen as reflecting the United States' commitment to further strengthening cooperation between the two countries amidst a rapidly changing international landscape. Ambassador Steel stated that the U.S. and Korea will work together for peace and stability, and will continue to build an even stronger bond.
As the U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, Steel is set to lead cooperation across various fields, including the economy and security. Many South Korean citizens hope that this appointment will serve as an opportunity for U.S.-ROK relations to develop even further.