U.S. - South Korea (ROK)

Secretary Clinton, right, met with South Korean Foreign Minister Yu Myung-Hwan in Washington June 5.   U.S. Seeking Strong Response to North Korea’s Nuclear Actions By Merle David Kellerhals Jr. Staff Writer June 8, 2009 Washington — Not taking significant and effective action against North Korea’s recent “provocative and belligerent behavior” to test a nuclear weapon and launch repeated short-range missiles could spark an arms race in Northeast Asia that nobody wants, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says...more

Remarks by Secretary Clinton at Signing of the Condolence Book for Former Korean President Roh at the Republic of Korea Embassy.   REMARKS Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton At Signing of the Condolence Book for Former Korean President Roh May 28, 2009 Republic of Korea Embassy Washington, D.C. SECRETARY CLINTON:  I am honored to be here on behalf of President Obama and the American people to offer our condolences not only to the family but to the people of Korea.  President Roh’s dedication to democracy and human rights are two values that the United States and the Republic of Korea share.  We are grateful for his life and his leadership.  I know this is a very sad moment for the people of Korea, and we share that sadness with you...more

President Barack Obama Readout of the President's Call with Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE              May 25, 2009 The President spoke to Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak this evening to consult and coordinate our reaction to the North Korean nuclear test.  The two Presidents agreed that the test was a reckless violation of international law that compels action in response.  They agreed to work closely together to seek and support a strong United Nations Security Council resolution with concrete measures to curtail North Korea's nuclear and missile activities...more

President Obama and South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak in London April 2.   President Obama Vows Strengthened U.S.-South Korea Ties By David McKeeby Staff Writer April 2, 2009 Washington — President Obama vows to further strengthen the U.S.-South Korea alliance, praising Seoul’s efforts to address the global financial crisis and its contributions to international peace and security...more Remarks by President Obama Before Meeting with President Lee Myung-bak of the Republic of Korea Statement Following President  Obama’s Meeting with President Lee of the Republic of Korea

Joint Press Availability With Special Representative Kim Sook Christopher R. Hill, Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Kim Sook, Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Peace and Security Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Seoul, Korea February 15, 2009 ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL: Well, thank you very much. This is a very quick trip in advance of the visit of Secretary Clinton.  It’s a good opportunity to compare notes with Ambassador Kim about the (inaudible) situation in the Six Parties, in particular the situation posed currently by the DPRK.  We discussed a lot of aspects of the Six Parties but we also discussed the concerns we have about the DPRK behavior of late...more

Frequently Asked Questions: Expansion of the Visa Waiver Program 자주하는질문 (FAQ):비자면제프로그램의 확대적용 Press Office U.S. Department of Homeland Security October 20, 2008 2008년 10월 20일 What is the Visa Waiver Program? The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and enables eligible citizens or nationals of certain countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. Additional information regarding the VWP is available at http://www.customs.gov/xp/cgov/travel/id_visa/business_pleasure/vwp/vwp.xml...more

President Bush Discusses the Visa Waiver Program   President George W. Bush delivers a statement on the Visa Waiver Program Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, in the Rose Garden of the White House.   Rose Garden October 17, 2008  THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all. (Applause.) Please be seated, thank you. Welcome to the White House. I'm pleased to stand with the representatives of seven countries -- the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, and South Korea -- that have met the requirements to be admitted to the United States Visa Waiver Program. Soon the citizens of these nations will be able to travel to the United States for business or tourism without a visa. I congratulate these close friends and allies on this achievement, and I thank you for joining us here...more

Fact Sheet: Extending Travel Opportunities to Our Allies President Bush Announces Seven Countries Have Met The Requirements To Enter U.S. Visa Waiver Program Under 9/11 Commission Law For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary October 17, 2008 Today, President Bush hosted representatives from seven nations that have met the criteria for admission into the United States' Visa Waiver Program (VWP) and six nations on track to be admitted.  In about a month, the citizens of the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, and South Korea will be able to travel to the United States for business or tourism for up to 90 days without a visa.  So-called "roadmap" countries, which are on track to qualify for VWP admission, at today's event were Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Poland, and Romania...more

Additional Information about Korea’s Entry into the Visa Waiver Program October 17, 2008 President Bush announced on October 17, 2008 that the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) will be expanded to include Korea.  Republic of Korea nationals will be eligible to travel to the U.S. under the VWP starting November 17, 2008.  VWP travelers will be required to carry an e-passport and receive online clearance via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to travel.  Korean citizens participating in the VWP must be traveling for business or pleasure, staying for 90 days or less, and entering the U.S. aboard an air or sea carrier designated a participant in the Visa Waiver Program...more

The WEST (Work, English Study, Travel) Program U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesman (New York, New York) September 22, 2008 Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Foreign Minister Yu Myung-hwan of the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the WEST (Work, English Study, Travel) Program and expansion of other reciprocal exchange opportunities on September 22 in New York.  During their most recent summit in August 2008, President George W. Bush and President Lee Myung-bak of the Republic of Korea discussed plans to create new bilateral opportunities for young Americans and Koreans to learn about each other’s country by working, studying, and traveling abroad. The WEST Memorandum of Understanding is the result...more