After eight rounds of consultations, the United States and the Republic of Korea have reached a consensus on the proposed text of a new five-year Special Measures Agreement (SMA). This will be the 12th SMA once it is signed, concluded, and enters into force. The agreement is expected to be a significant accomplishment for both nations and aims to strengthen their alliance and shared defense.

The alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea has been pivotal since 1953, serving as a cornerstone for peace, security, and prosperity in Northeast Asia, the broader Indo-Pacific region, and beyond.