Meng Introduces Resolution Affirming U.S. Support for South Korea

May 7, 2013
Press Release

Congresswoman sponsors measure as new South Korean President prepares to deliver historic address to Joint Session of Congress Wednesday

On the eve of South Korea’s new President addressing a joint session of Congress, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) introduced a bipartisian resolution today that reaffirms U.S. support for South Korea.
“I’m extremely proud to sponsor this important resolution as President Park Geun-hye – the first female President of South Korea – prepares to deliver her historic address to Congress,” said Meng. “This resolution signifies the unbreakable bond that the United States shares with South Korea, a special relationship that continues to flourish. With tensions still high on the Korean peninsula, it is more important than ever that America stand-by its great friend and ally South Korea, and this resolution makes that steadfast support crystal clear to the entire world. I urge swift passage of this critical measure.”
Meng’s resolution:
  1. Substantiates and affirms the unyielding support of the people of the United States for a secure Republic of Korea through our commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty and other measures to deter North Korean aggression and provocation; and
  2. Expresses the sense of The House of Representatives that the relationship between the Republic of Korea and the United States is one of great strength and mutual benefit; and
  3. Recommits to strengthening the economic, military and cultural ties that provide both nations with such a valuable partner in confronting the economic and security challenges of the 21st century.
  4. Congratulates President Park Geun-hye on her historic election to the presidency of the Republic of Korea; and
  5. Welcomes President Park’s visit to Washington, DC on May 6, 2013 to May 8, 2013; and
  6. Wishes President Park well during her tenure of leadership.
The measure also notes several important milestones and facts about the U.S.-South Korea relationship.
The resolution, which is also sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), has been referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, the panel with jurisdiction over U.S. policy towards South Korea, and all other nations across the globe. Meng is a member of the committee.
The resolution must only be approved by the House; it does not need to be passed by the Senate or signed into law by the President.
A copy of the measure is attached.