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Summary: South Korea requests US approval for acquiring nuclear-powered submarines NHK

1. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has asked for approval from US President Donald Trump to acquire nuclear-powered submarines, citing defense needs and potential burden reduction on US forces.
2. Trump has agreed in principle to this request, stating that their military alliance is stronger than ever.
3. This is the first time the South Korean government has publicly expressed its intention to acquire nuclear-powered submarines, which could be a response to perceived threats from North Korea.
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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has asked US President Trump for approval to acquire nuclear-powered submarines, citing defense needs and potential burden reduction on US forces. Trump has agreed in principle, stating their military alliance is strong. This marks the first public expression
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Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251030_06/#summary

Date: Oct. 30, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-30

Created: 2025/10/30 13:40

Updated: 2025/12/07 23:07

Last Read: 2025/10/30 15:24

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