USFK Commander Discusses Next Year's 'Freedom Shield' Combined Exercise
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General Xavier Brunson, Commander of United States Forces Korea (USFK), recently met with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Jin Young-seung to discuss the 'Freedom Shield (FS)' exercise, a large-scale combined ROK-U.S. military drill scheduled for the first half of next year. This meeting was arranged to strengthen the cooperation system between the two nations' militaries and to review the training plans for the upcoming year.
During the meeting, General Brunson emphasized the importance of the combined ROK-U.S. defense posture. In particular, he noted that combined exercises should not be concentrated only during specific periods but should be conducted continuously throughout the year. This is interpreted as a commitment to maintaining a constant state of readiness in consideration of the security situation on the Korean Peninsula.
Based on these discussions, the ROK and the U.S. plan to coordinate the specific schedule and training content for next year's 'Freedom Shield' exercise. The exercise is expected to focus on responding to North Korean threats and enhancing the deterrence capabilities of the ROK-U.S. alliance.
The Joint Chiefs of Staff and USFK plan to continue close communication moving forward. Both sides have agreed to keep exploring ways to increase the effectiveness of combined training to protect the peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula.
Sources: MBC 뉴스
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