Rubio and South Korea’s foreign minister agree Strait of Hormuz key to global economy, Seoul says

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US Secretary of State Rubio and South Korea's foreign minister agreed that the Strait of Hormuz is vital to the global economy during bilateral talks. South Korea indicated it will carefully weigh Trump's call for allied nations to deploy naval assets to ensure safe passage in the waterway. The discussion reflects growing international pressure on allies to contribute to Middle East maritime security.

South Korea said it would carefully consider U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for countries to deploy navy ships to the Middle East to ensure safe passage through the waterway.