A great exchange with @RepRaskin, Judiciary Ranking Member, on the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 alliance cooperation in key areas including nuclear energy and shipbuilding. Looking forward to advancing such win-win initiatives as PWKA, while expecting Maryland to thrive with Korean biopharma champions.
Amb. Kang hosted a residence dinner for Peace Corps Korea alumni, celebrating America’s 250th & the 60th anniversary of Peace Corps Korea—an integral part of our longstanding friendship. Thank you, Peace Corps Korea, for everything you did for Korea! 🇰🇷🇺🇸
I appreciated ROK Third Vice Foreign Minister Jeong’s thoughtful insights and our exchange of views on Korean Peninsula issues. As allies, it is crucial to remain closely coordinated in our respective approaches and policies regarding the DPRK.
Pleased to launch U.S.-ROK working group discussions to advance bilateral nuclear cooperation initiatives as outlined by our two presidents last fall. On this occasion, I am reminded of our shared history and the many milestones across 70+ years of our Alliance. I look forward to further deepening and modernizing our cooperation and expect continued progress across the bilateral relationship in the years to come.
Amb. Kang spoke at @KoreaSociety's exhibition opening for the 150th anniversary of Kim Koo’s birth, highlighting his vision of peace through culture & his profound legacy for Korea and the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 alliance. #KimKoo150#ROKUSAlliance
Today, we remember with the deepest gratitude the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and security. Their legacy continues to strengthen the enduring bond between the ROK and the U.S. #MemorialDay2026
Amb. Kang visited Centrus’ centrifuge manufacturing facility in Oak Ridge, TN, where she toured the site with U.S. government officials and Centrus executives, including President & CEO Amir Vexler, and discussed ways to strengthen Korea-U.S. cooperation on nuclear energy.
K culture is not just trending, it is everywhere. 🇰🇷🌍 Great to see the #CNNOriginal series “K-Everything,” where actor Daniel Dae Kim dives into Korean culture across music, film, food, and beauty.
https://t.co/1I5SXjZQ32
#KEverything#Kculture
I met with ROK First Vice Foreign Minister Park today to discuss a wide range of regional and global issues, and to advance our economic interests. I look forward to leading a delegation to Seoul in the coming weeks.
Many thanks to @RepGaramendi, an active CSGK member & maritime expert, for his wisdom on the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 alliance cooperation on shipbuilding, nuclear-powered sub, and visas.
Had a fruitful follow-up mtg with @SenThomTillis after his visit to Korea in April on nuclear-powered submarines, nuclear energy, shipbuilding, and Korean investment in the U.S. Counting on his continued support for these and other areas of close RoK-US cooperation.
It was a pleasure to reconnect with @SenDuckworth, a strong champion of the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Alliance. Enjoyed our discussion on nuclear-powered submarines, nuclear energy, and shipbuilding, as well as new opportunities in clean energy and quantum technology cooperation.
As a strong supporter of the U.S.-ROK Alliance, I’m excited to work with @GovBillLee, @CommishTNECD McWhorter, & @RokEmbDC Ambassador Kang to deepen economic & strategic ties between Tennessee & South Korea!
Amb. Kang met w/ Vanderbilt Univ. leaders to exchange views on areas of further collaboration in cyber security, medical science research, liberal arts education, Korean studies, etc., reflecting the University’s instrumental role in the deepening partnership btwn Korea&Tennessee
Amb. Kang visited LG Electronics in Clarksville, TN—an invaluable opportunity to see firsthand how Korean corporate investment is contributing to local economic growth in the U.S..
Korea-Tennessee ties are growing through Korean investment and local partnerships. Grateful to @GovBillLee and @SenatorHagerty for their longstanding friendship with Korea. Looking forward to new opportunities in nuclear energy, advanced manufacturing, and more.
A great pleasure to meet with Under Secretary Sarah Rogers to explore ways to further strengthen the 🇰🇷 🇺🇸 alliance through public diplomacy, including celebrating America’s 250th together
A great discussion with @DesJarlaisTN04, a naval & nuclear expert, on the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 alliance cooperation encompassing nuclear-powered sub, atomic energy, shipbuilding & skilled workers. With our stronger alliance, Tennessee can be a Korean investment hub in critical minerals & beyond!
An in-depth exchange with @BradSherman, a steadfast advocate of the peaceful Korean Peninsula, on the 🇰🇷🇺🇸 alliance cooperation in such strategic areas as nuclear-powered sub, atomic energy & visa. Looking forward to strengthening peace together under our stronger alliance!