NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg highlighted how ammunition shipments from South Korea have supported alliance efforts to equip Ukraine, compensating for stretches in arsenals among NATO members. The briefing underscores a broader pattern where allies supplement Ukraine’s defense needs while maintaining steady supply lines across the alliance.
When asked about potential future weapons shipments from South Korea, Stoltenberg stated that he would not specify recipient nations or itemized contents. He emphasized that by providing ammunition to NATO partners, Seoul helps keep Ukraine support intact without detailing bilateral procurement plans. The message reflects the alliance’s emphasis on practical support and collective burden sharing among member states and partners.
On April 5, Stoltenberg hosted a high-level meeting at NATO Headquarters in Brussels with senior officials, including Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi, New Zealand Foreign Minister Nanaya Mahuta, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Lee Doo-hoon, and Australian Deputy Ambassador to NATO David Dutton. The discussions focused on sustaining security assistance, strengthening interoperability, and reinforcing strategic dialogue among allies in the Indo-Pacific and European theaters.
Earlier remarks in Turkey stressed that NATO’s goal remains a diplomatic end to the Ukraine conflict, paired with steady support for frontline resilience and ongoing negotiations. The alliance continues to pursue a path that combines political dialogue with practical security measures to deter aggression and protect civilians, while coordinating with partner nations to align on shared values and long-term regional stability.