Mutual Defense Treaty
What agreement was made in the Mutual Defense Treaty?
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The United States and South Korea have had a diplomatic relationship since the late 1800s. Both countries share a long history of friendship and cooperation based on similar values and interests. The U.S. helped make South Korea the country it is today. The Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) was established in 1953.
| Mutual Defense Treaty with the U.S. and South Korea | This agreement provides mutual aid if either country faces an attack from an outside country. It also allows the United States to have military forces in South Korea. |