EU foreign affairs chief urges deeper Indo-Pacific alignment during Korea visit

David McAllister, chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs, called for stronger cooperation among “like-minded countries,” highlighting South Korea as a key strategic partner as the European Union expands its engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. During a recent interview with The Korea Times, McAllister said cooperation with partners sharing similar values lies at the core of the EU’s foreign policy, framing it as an effort to build a global network of countries committed to common principles. “We are, as the European Union, knitting a network of like-minded countries and partners who believe in democracy who share our values,” he said, explaining that this type of approach is essential to maintaining the international order. “We stand together to uphold the rules-based multilateral order. We stand for open markets; we defend the rule of law,” he said. “We will be are very much engaged in building stronger partnerships with like-minded countries.” He emphasized the EU’s intention to further deepen relations with Korea. “Korea is a strategic

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