Former U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed demands for South Korea to shoulder a greater share of the cost for hosting American troops on its soil. The move comes amid rising regional tensions and ahead of the upcoming U.S. elections. Trump, known for his transactional foreign policy approach, argues that South Korea benefits from the U.S. military presence and should therefore contribute significantly more. The statement has sparked debate in Seoul, where officials express concern over alliance stability and diplomatic implications in the broader Indo-Pacific region.
