Speaking to the Asia Society Korea Center, Ambassador William Paterson said Korea and Australia are close allies of the US and are important partners who share common values and interests.
He added that the partnership has developed over more than 50 years and, pointed to security cooperation, especially, which has increased significantly over recent years.
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Paterson emphasized how the commercial ties share a highly complementary trade relationship.
He said commitment to finalizing negotiations on the Korea-Australia FTA will deepen bilateral economic partnership and spur economic integration in the Asia-Pacific.
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Paterson also proposed further cultural and social exchanges to strengthen and widen their bilateral relationship, and highlighted the importance of developing a longstanding strategic cooperation.
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