Germany joins US-led UNC between South and North Korea
Germany has joined the United Nations Command (UNC) led by the USA to monitor the border between South and North Korea. This includes a pledge to support South Korea in case of war. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the decision is a "clear sign" of Germany's commitment to peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region. He made the announcement at a ceremony at the US military base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. The move, he said, demonstrates the need for unity and standing firm against those who challenge "our shared order". It also underscores Germany's position that the security of Europe and the Indo-Pacific are intertwined.
As part of the UNC, Germany will share responsibility for protecting South Korea's border with North Korea, Pistorius said. Germany is the 18th country to join the UN command, and the first since Italy in 2013. The UNC commander and chief of US forces in South Korea, Paul LaCamera, said Germany's addition will enhance the multinational force's perspectives and capabilities. South and North Korea have been divided along the Demilitarized Zone since the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. A peace treaty has yet to be signed. North Korea remains isolated and has faced UN sanctions due to its nuclear and missile programs. Recently, North Korea has expanded its military and economic cooperation with Russia.
Following Germany's joining of the UNC, UNC Commander and the chief of US forces in South Korea, Paul LaCamera, commended that Germany's addition will strengthen the multinational force's perspectives and capabilities at UNC's 'UNC', [or you can specify 'UN Command' if preferred].UNC, with Germany as a member, will work towards maintaining peace and security along the border between South and North Korea at 'UNC', as emphasized by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
