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South Korea’s president calls for more self-reliant military as questions arise about US commitment
South Korea plans to increase defense spending by 8.2% to acquire AI combat robots, drones, and missile systems amid doubts about U.S. security guarantees, officials said.
- South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung announced plans to increase defense spending by 8.2% to develop high-tech weapons for a more self-reliant military amid concerns about U.S. support.
- Concerns about U.S. commitment to South Korea's security have risen due to Donald Trump's policies, affecting public trust in America.
- Lee emphasized the need for South Korea to independently defend itself from threats, particularly from North Korea, which possesses nuclear weapons.
- The aim of these changes is to strengthen military readiness against potential threats, particularly from North Korea, while maintaining a solid U.S.-South Korean alliance.
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South Korea’s president calls for more self-reliant military as questions arise about U.S. commitment
South Korea’s president vowed Wednesday to sharply increase defense spending and build a more self-reliant military, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s 'America First' agenda raises questions about the U.S. security commitment to its Asian ally.
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South Korea's President Calls for More Self-Reliant Military as Questions Arise About US Commitment
South Korea's president vowed to sharply increase defense spending and build a more self-reliant military, as U.S. President Donald Trump's “ America First” agenda raises questions about the U.S. security commitment to its Asian ally.
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South Korea's president calls for more self-reliant military as questions arise about US commitment
South Korea’s president has vowed to sharply increase defense spending to introduce a variety of high-tech weapons as part of efforts to build a more self-reliant military.
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