The ongoing discussion about the United States transferring wartime operational control (OPCON) to the South Korean military has resurfaced as Elbridge Colby, the undersecretary of defense for policy nominee, expressed support for empowering South Korea within the defense alliance. The historical context includes a prolonged U.S. command since the Korean War, stirring debates about South Korean military readiness and sovereignty. Past requests for OPCON transfer reflect a desire for national self-sufficiency, complicated by North Korea's aggression and previous postponements of OPCON transitions.
The ongoing debate around the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) to South Korea has reignited discussions on national sovereignty and military readiness.
Elbridge Colby emphasized the importance of empowering allies like South Korea, suggesting that a review of OPCON is necessary to bolster their role in defense.
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