[이슈/ 한국, 호르무즈 해협 정상화 단계적 기여] “호르무즈 리스크 대응 본격화”…한국, 국제해상안보 역할 확대 검토

South Korea is discussing with the US ways to contribute to the stability of the Hormuz Strait and international maritime security. Discussions during the US-South Korea defense ministers' meeting focused on strengthening the alliance, including the transfer of operational control and nuclear-powered submarines. This highlights South Korea's potential for expanding its global security diplomacy, while also facing the challenge of maintaining diplomatic balance amidst US-China strategic competition and Middle East risks.