Wi Sung-lak Meets New U.S. Ambassador Michelle Steel... "Do Our Best to Advance ROK-U.S. Alliance"

It has been confirmed that National Security Office Director Wi Sung-lak met with newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel, who took office late last month, three days ago.

Director Wi met with U.S. Ambassador Steel on the 4th for an introductory courtesy call.

An official from Cheong Wa Dae stated, "Ambassador Steel expressed her commitment to maintaining close communication with the National Security Office going forward and doing her utmost for the continued development of the ROK-U.S. alliance."

Director Wi, a former diplomat, reportedly shares a past connection with Ambassador Steel, who previously served as an Advisory Commissioner for Asian and Pacific Islanders in the White House during the Bush administration and as a U.S. Representative.

The meeting between President Lee Jae-myung and the new Ambassador Steel is expected to take place during the credential presentation ceremony scheduled for next week.

(Photo: Cheong Wa Dae Press Corps, Yonhap News)
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