► Anchored in mutual respect and common values of democracy, human rights, and freedom, the ROK-U.S. alliance has played an indispensable role in promoting democracy, peace, economic prosperity, and security in Asia and beyond over the past seven decades.

► The 70-year-long alliance has a track record of supporting mutual interests of the two like-minded nations across the Pacific while overcoming challenges and adapting to ever-changing global economic and security environments.

► In order for South Korea and the United States to advance anew toward the next 70 years, all of us need to carefully cultivate this invaluable alliance and make sure it evolves in line with the changing times.