Seoul’s role highlighted in safeguarding maritime freedom against Russian aggression

The Ukrainian foreign minister stressed that South Korea can be a pivotal partner in protecting sea lanes that are under pressure from Russian actions in the Black Sea. By collaborating on intelligence sharing, naval patrols, and diplomatic outreach, Kyiv believes Seoul can help ensure that commercial shipping remains uninterrupted.

Sibirskyi expressed confidence that a united front involving European nations and key Indo‑Pacific players would blunt Russian attempts to dominate strategic waterways, thereby preserving the rules‑based international order.