Despite having close relations with many of the EU member states, South Korea does not have a formal relationship with the EU. South Korea has also applied for the European Free Trade Association membership, which would allow the country to benefit from the free trade agreements between the EU and other European countries. In the European Union and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), there is a visa exemption for citizens of South Korea living in these countries. Eu-south Korea RelationsPicture source: thenile.ioThe European Union and South Korea have a strong and steadily growing relationship, built on strong economic and political ties. The United States, South Korea, and Japan should also develop a broader range of deterrence options as part of a conventional deterrence strategy.
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