President Lee Jae Myung sparked controversy Sunday, a day before departing for New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly, by criticizing on Facebook people who believe self-reliant defense is impossible without U.S. troops, calling it a ...

SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday the country's defence budget for next year would rise by 8.2% to 66.3 trillion won ($47.1 billion), adding that peace would only be possible on a strong foundation of security.

President Trump has repeatedly said that he wants to see the North Korean leader again. Mr. Kim has indicated that he is open to the idea — but only under a strict condition.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — 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 ...

A week-long swing through Asia could cement Trump’s image as master dealmaker — or trigger the economic crisis he’s long vowed to prevent.