(LEAD) S. Korea identifying country-specific post-war reconstruction needs in Middle East: FM (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korea is forming a task force to support its companies in Middle East post-war reconstruction and is working with the U.S. and others to ensure peace, while addressing nuclear cooperation and regional geopolitical concerns.

• South Korea established a task force to identify Middle East post-war reconstruction needs for its companies
• South Korea's Foreign Minister emphasized cooperation with the U.S. and international community for lasting peace in the Middle East
• South Korea and the U.S. aim to resolve nuclear cooperation issues, including nuclear submarines and uranium enrichment this year
• South Korea's official commented on China's restrained approach to North Korea's nuclear program and warned against alignment between North Korea, China, and Russia