South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed to target "far-right" critics at home and abroad after his White House summit with Donald Trump, raising concerns over transnational repression and U.S.–ROK relations.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung pledged this week to go after “far-right” critics both at home and abroad, following his recent White House summit with President Trump. The move has raised alarm among U.S. officials over potential infringement on free expression and transnational repression tactics.

Lee met with Trump on Aug. 25 at the White House to discuss trade, defense, shipbuilding and other strategic issues. But tensions were visible — Lee stayed at a hotel instead of the traditional Blair House, was greeted by lower-level officials, and left without attending a formal state dinner.

  • unexposedhazard@discuss.tchncs.deEnglish
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    3 days ago

    although critics say these characterizations echo authoritarian sentiments not suited to a U.S. ally.

    I dont think the US is a valid authority for figuring out what is and isnt authoritarian.

    • Viking_Hippie@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
      45·
      3 days ago

      Yeah, the US has ALWAYS been super authoritarian in its international dealings and has gone full fascist at home and abroad.

      It’s not the pot calling the kettle black. It’s the leaking barrel of nuclear waste in the municipal water supply calling candy unhealthy.