AMCHAM hosts US ambassador, USFK chief for alliance talks

The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) hosted a special luncheon on Wednesday with U.S. Ambassador to Korea Michelle Park Steel and Gen. Xavier Brunson, commander of the United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea (USFK). The event in Seoul commemorated the 250th anniversary of the United States and drew about 200 participants, including representatives from AMCHAM member companies and other Korean and international businesses. Under the theme “The U.S.-ROK Alliance in a Changing World: Strengthening Security, Prosperity & Partnership,” the luncheon explored the alliance’s evolving role and ways to deepen security and economic cooperation. “It is a tremendous honor to host two of America’s most important leaders in Korea, representing the military and diplomatic pillars of our alliance,” AMCHAM Chairman James Kim said. “The U.S.-Korea alliance is stronger, broader and more important than ever. Our alliance is built on a strong foundation of security. Today, that partnership extends far beyond defense — connecting our economies, our in