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Ranking Member Krishnamoorthi Statement on Trilateral Leaders Summit of the U.S., Japan, and Republic of Korea

August 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the CCP, released the following statement on the Trilateral Leaders Summit of the United States, Japan, and Republic of Korea.

“A strong trilateral relationship between the United States, Japan, and South Korea is essential to a stable, secure, and resilient Indo-Pacific. This historic summit represents a potential watershed moment. At a time of increasing aggression in the region, the more our allies face these transnational threats together, the more our shared priorities and principles can ensure lasting peace and prosperity. I commend President Biden for convening this summit and applaud Prime Minister Kishida and President Yoon for their groundbreaking leadership in this important moment.”

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