Ambassador Joseph Yun has been appointed as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. His previous roles include serving as U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Compact Negotiations, U.S. Special Representative for North Korea Policy, and Ambassador to Malaysia. Additionally, he has past experience at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul.
In his new position, Ambassador Yun will collaborate with the Embassy team and the government of the Republic of Korea to promote mutual interests and shared values between the two nations. This role underscores a commitment to strengthening the U.S.-ROK Alliance.
The Department of State has expressed its gratitude towards Ambassador Yun for his public service contributions that advance United States' values and interests.