Archive · 2 Oct 2025
US Army Secretary: North Korea and China Are Threats
The US Army Secretary, Daniel Driscoll, stated that both North Korea and China pose threats to the region's security.
He made these remarks during a meeting at a US military base in South Korea.
The meeting focused on strengthening the US-South Korea alliance.
Discussions included modernizing the military and deploying advanced weapons like the Iron Dome and MQ-9 Reaper drones.
A key focus was also placed on drone threats, and how to work with allies to counter them.
The Army Secretary emphasized the importance of cooperation and technology to deter these threats, indicating that the US aims to invest in these efforts.
US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll identified North Korea and China as "basic threats."
The comments were made at US Army Garrison Humphreys in South Korea.
Driscoll voiced confidence in the US-South Korea alliance.
The US is deploying advanced weapons systems, including an Iron Dome variant and MQ-9 Reaper drones.
Driscoll highlighted the importance of cooperation on drone defense with South Korea.
- Who
- US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll and Maj. Gen. William Taylor
- What
- Discussed threats from North Korea and China, emphasizing the importance of the US-South Korea alliance.
- When
- During a meeting on Wednesday
- Where
- US Army Garrison Humphreys, South Korea
- Why
- To address regional security amid evolving threats and potential adjustments to US troop roles in South Korea.
- Who
- US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll
- Where
- US Army Garrison Humphreys, South Korea
- What
- Driscoll called North Korea and China "basic threats"
- Key Topic
- US-South Korea alliance and regional security
- Drones
- Driscoll discussed drone threats and cooperation