Pentagon declines to comment on possible reduction of US troops in South Korea

A Pentagon spokesperson has refused to comment on possible changes to the US military presence in South Korea, while stressing Washington’s “unwavering” commitment to the defence of its ally, Yonhap News Agency reports.

The statement comes amid discussions about a possible reduction of the US military contingent, which currently numbers around 28,500 personnel. The debate was partly triggered by comments from US President Donald Trump, who said the United States was considering reducing its military presence in Germany.

“The Department does not comment on potential force posture adjustments. U.S. forces in Korea remain focused on deterrence and readiness,” the spokesperson said.

He added that the alliance with Seoul continues to play a key role in maintaining stability on the Korean Peninsula.

Earlier reports suggested that Washington was considering relocating around 4,500 troops to other parts of the Indo-Pacific region, including Guam. However, the Pentagon denied this information.

Against this backdrop, the United States and South Korea continue efforts to modernise their alliance, which may include a review of the structure of the US military presence in the region.

By Vugar Khalilov