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HRES 64119th CongressIn Committee
Affirming the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea.
Introduced: Jan 23, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This is a non-binding House resolution that publicly reaffirms the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK). It emphasizes shared democratic values, human rights, and free markets, and it frames the U.S.–ROK partnership as central to security, peace, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. The resolution notes the long history of cooperation, references existing security arrangements and bilateral diplomacy, and calls for continued strengthening of security, economic, and cultural ties. It also highlights the contributions of Korean Americans and endorses the goals of a cultural initiative called Korean Culture-Kimchi Day. As a resolution, it expresses policy sentiment but does not create new laws or funding.
Key Points
- 1Reaffirms the importance of the United States–Republic of Korea alliance based on shared democratic principles, human rights, and open markets.
- 2Highlights the alliance as a key factor in security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
- 3Calls for ongoing strengthening of security, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries.
- 4Celebrates the contributions of Korean Americans to American society and recognizes their role in the alliance.
- 5Supports the goals of Korean Culture-Kimchi Day (a cultural recognition within the context of the alliance).
Impact Areas
Primary group/area affected: U.S.–ROK diplomatic, security, and defense policy framework; U.S. government agencies engaged in security and foreign affairs.Secondary group/area affected: Korean American community and related cultural/economic activity; U.S. businesses and investors with ties to Korea.Additional impacts: Signals congressional support for ongoing nuclear deterrence planning discussions (e.g., Nuclear Consultative Group) and broader diplomatic/cultural initiatives; no new spending or legal authorities are created by this resolution.
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