Gov't responds to Russia's concerns over growing Korea-NATO cooperation

Korea’s proposed cooperation with NATO is aimed at enhancing their respective contributions to global peace and stability, Seoul’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday in its first response to recent concerns by Russia over what it described as growing military cooperation between Seoul and NATO.

“Cooperation between Korea and NATO is aimed at strengthening each side’s capabilities across various sectors, including the defense industry, new technologies and cybersecurity, to reinforce each country’s role and contribution to international peace and stability,” the ministry said in a statement.

“Additionally, our government continues to hold necessary communication with Russia to stably manage Korea-Russia relations and protect our people and companies,” the ministry continued.

Yonhap