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South Korea keen to avoid impact on US cooperation after 'sensitive' country designation

The article discusses South Korea's response to the U.S. State Department's decision to designate it as a "Country of Particular Concern" (CPC) under the International Religious Freedom Act. This designation, which South Korea disputes, could potentially strain the robust security and economic cooperation between the two nations. South Korea's Foreign Ministry has expressed regret over the decision, emphasizing that it does not reflect the country's commitment to religious freedom. The ministry is actively engaging with U.S. officials to clarify misunderstandings and mitigate any negative impact on bilateral relations. The article highlights the importance of the U.S.-South Korea alliance, especially in the context of regional security issues involving North Korea, and notes that both countries are keen to resolve this diplomatically to maintain their strategic partnership.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/south-korea-keen-to-avoid-impact-on-us-cooperation-after-sensitive-country-designation/ar-AA1B5FYY ]