S. Korea seeks 'top-down' approach with U.S. for breakthrough in OPCON transfer

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South Korea is pursuing a 'top-down' approach with the United States to achieve a breakthrough in the wartime operational control (OPCON) transfer. The defense ministry aims for a 'two-step' process: first, clarifying key issues through consultations between the minister and secretary in December, and then reaching a final decision at the Security Consultative Meeting (SCM) early next year. This strategy seeks to accelerate the transfer process, aiming for completion before 2030, while both sides seek a 'timely' and successful transition.